Adisutjipto Airport Transfers (JOG)

Welcome to Yogyakarta! While the massive New Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA) handles most commercial jets, the historic Adisutjipto International Airport (JOG) remains a vital hub for private aviation and propeller flights (like Wings Air or Citilink) connecting closer destinations.

This guide from TravelThru provides a complete overview of this convenient city airport. We will walk you through the compact terminal and help you find the most effortless transportation to Yogyakarta City Center, Prambanan Temple, Solo (Surakarta), and the Kaliurang highlands.

JOG Airport Overview

Adisutjipto Airport (JOG) is located in the Maguwoharjo district of Sleman, just 6 km (4 miles) east of the city center. Its proximity to the city makes it the preferred entry point for those lucky enough to catch a flight here, saving the long commute from Kulon Progo (YIA).

The airport is small and easy to navigate compared to modern mega-hubs.

• Terminal A & B: Operations, though historically separate, have been streamlined due to the reduced traffic volume. Passengers walk across the tarmac to the arrival building, offering a nostalgic travel experience.
   
• Train Connection: Uniquely, this airport is directly integrated with Maguwo Station, allowing for rail connections to Solo and Kutoarjo.

Adisutjipto Airport Lounge Options

• Borobudur Lounge: A classic lounge offering simple snacks and beverages for passengers waiting for their flights.
   
• Concordia Lounge: Provides comfortable seating and air conditioning, a welcome respite from the tropical heat.
   

Parking at Adisutjipto Airport

• Main Parking Area: Located directly in front of the terminal. Since flight volume is lower, finding a spot is generally easier than at major hubs.
   
• Motorcycle Parking: Dedicated, ample parking for two-wheelers is conveniently situated close to the entrance.
   

Hotels near Adisutjipto Airport

• Sheraton Mustika Yogyakarta Resort: This 5-star resort is only a 2-minute journey away and offers stunning views of Mount Merapi along with beautiful lagoon pools.
   
• Grand Diamond Hotel: Connected directly to the airport complex, ideal for transit or early morning flights.
   
• Jayakarta Yogyakarta: A garden-style hotel located a short drive down the main road toward the city.

Transportation Options From/To JOG Airport

Although JOG is close to the city, the main road (Jalan Solo) is notoriously congested. Navigating public transport with luggage can be stressful in the humidity.

TravelThru Transfer Service

Our airport transportation services ensure you make the most of JOG's convenient location. When you book a Yogyakarta private airport transfer with TravelThru, your driver tracks your flight. Your driver will wait at the arrival gate with a name sign, ready to assist with luggage. You can avoid the heat and the crowded public buses by stepping straight into a pre-cooled private vehicle.

We offer direct rides to Malioboro hotels, the Prambanan Temple complex (just 10 minutes away), and neighboring cities like Klaten and Solo.

Other Transportation Alternatives

• KRL Commuter Line (Train): Connects Maguwo Station (at the airport) to Yogyakarta Tugu Station and Solo Balapan. It is cheap and fast, but can be very crowded during rush hour.
   
• TransJogja Bus: The shelter (Halte Bandara) is connected via an underpass. It is the cheapest option but requires transfers to reach most hotels.
   
• Airport Taxi Transfers: Official airport taxis (Rajawali/Koperasi) have a counter. You pay a fixed fee based on the zone.
   
• Ride-Hailing (Grab/Gojek): Available, but drivers are often required to pick up passengers at a designated point outside the main drop-off zone, requiring a short walk.

Things to Do near Adisutjipto Airport

• Prambanan Temple: The massive Hindu temple complex is only a 10-minute drive east, perfect for a visit right after landing.
   
• Ratu Boko Palace: A hilltop archaeological site offering the best sunset views in Yogyakarta, overlooking Prambanan and Mount Merapi.
   
• Sambisari Temple: An ancient temple located underground (below ground level), just north of the airport runway.
   
• Affandi Museum: Located on the way to the city center, this unique museum celebrates the life and work of Indonesia’s most famous expressionist painter.
   
• Plaza Ambarrukmo: This is one of Jogja's largest shopping malls, situated just a few kilometers west along Jalan Solo.

How to Get Around Yogyakarta

TravelThru Chauffeur Service

Yogyakarta is a city of hidden gems down narrow lanes. Our chauffeur service allows you to hire a private car and driver by the hour or day.
 

• Merapi Lava Tour: Head north to Kaliurang to explore the slopes of the volcano in a 4x4 Jeep.
   
• Gunung Kidul Beaches: Drive two hours south to visit the white sand beaches of Indrayanti and Pok Tunggal without the fatigue of driving a scooter.
   

Other Options

• Becak (Pedicab): The traditional way to see the city center for short distances. Negotiate the price before hopping in.
   
• Andong (Horse Cart): A cultural experience available mostly around Malioboro Street.