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Karel Sadsuitubun Airport (LUV)

Langgur, Indonesia · medium airport · -5.760° 132.759° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeLUV
ICAO CodeWAPF
Typemedium airport
NameKarel Sadsuitubun Airport
MunicipalityLanggur
CountryIndonesia
ContinentAS
Latitude-5.760° S
Longitude132.759° E
Elevation78 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score500
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryIndonesia
ISO Code
RegionLanggur
Continent CodeAS
IANA TimezoneAsia/Jakarta
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+7
DST OffsetUTC+7
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🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: November – March
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Spring: Mar–MaySummer: Jun–AugAutumn: Sep–NovWinter: Dec–Feb

✈ Airlines Serving LUV

SQ — Singapore AirlinesCX — Cathay PacificEK — EmiratesQR — Qatar AirwaysEY — Etihad AirwaysNH — ANAJL — Japan AirlinesCA — Air ChinaTG — Thai Airways

🌡 Climate — Tropical (5.8°S)

Jan
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22°
Feb
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Mar
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Apr
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May
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Jun
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Jul
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Aug
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Sep
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Oct
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Nov
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Dec
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* Approximate average temperatures by month based on tropical latitude zone

✨ AI-Enhanced Insights

Karel Sadsuitubun Airport (LUV/WAPF) is the main gateway to the Kai Islands in Maluku, Indonesia, located near Langgur on Kei Kecil. It replaced the older Dumatubun Airport and handles domestic flights linking the archipelago with Ambon and other Indonesian cities. Its position makes it a convenient entry point for travelers heading to Tual, Ngurbloat Beach, and the Kei Islands' dive sites.

💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors keep small rupiah notes for ojek and local warungs because ATMs around Langgur and Tual can be unreliable and card acceptance is limited.
🚖 Getting There

Taxis and informal ojek (motorcycle taxis) are the usual options; agree on the fare before departing. Many hotels can arrange pickup, especially for late arrivals. There is no train or extensive public bus network, so pre-booking transport is recommended.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the airport code for Karel Sadsuitubun Airport?
A: The IATA code is LUV and the ICAO code is WAPF.

Q: Where is Karel Sadsuitubun Airport located?
A: It is near Langgur on Kei Kecil in Maluku, Indonesia, serving the Kai Islands and Tual.

Q: Which airlines operate at LUV?
A: Domestic carriers such as Garuda Indonesia, Lion Air/Wings Air, and Sriwijaya Air have served routes to Ambon and other Indonesian cities; schedules change, so check current listings.

Q: How far is the airport from Tual or Langgur?
A: The airport is close to Langgur and roughly a short drive from Tual, typically around 15–30 minutes depending on traffic and destination.

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