Domine Eduard Osok Airport – SOQ Sorong
Domine Eduard Osok Airport is located at Sorong, Indonesia. It is considered one of the largest airports in the Peninsula. The airport has replaced Jefman Airport after it was ruined during World War II. The airport with code SOQ is named after a pastor, Domine Eduard Osok. He was a local of Sorong and known to do missionary work in the island and its surrounding areas. The airport is considered as the major entry point to Raja Ampat Island for years. However, Marinda Airport was built and it has become the entry point.
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In terms of aircraft movement, the airport has seen over 9000 aircraft annually and it is steadily increasing. The average passengers yearly are close to half a million. Major airline carriers like Xpress Air and Sriwijaya Air are serving the domestic flights. The airport can able to accommodate large aircraft like Boeing 737. On the exterior, the terminal is architecturally designed to reflect the local culture. Recently the airport and its facilities have undergone renovations to serve more passengers.
What to Do & Area Attractions
There are many hotels within a few minutes drive from the airport. Vega Hotel is only 4 minutes away that features a restaurant, gym, bar and swimming pool. The hotel is classified as a 4-star accommodation. Favehotel is less than a mile from the airport. This 3 star hotel is inexpensive and the rooms are attractive. Swiss Belhotel is another high-class accommodation and less than 5 minutes from the airfield.
On this page it is easy to search for Sorong, Indonesia airport hotels, we have listed hotels, airport motels,
resorts, inns in order of proximity, closest airport lodging options are listed first. Sorong, Indonesia (SOQ-Jefman) airport
area map also gives you guidance on the distance of these hotels from the SOQ airport.
Most of these SOQ
hotels are designed to serve frequent travelers. If you are on business trip or family vacation or if your flight is delayed
and you need an overnight stay near the airport. Some of these Sorong, Indonesia
motels have passenger pick up or free airport shuttle service which you can take advantage of.
Some of the main attractions in the area around the SOQ airport are Port of Sorong, Masjid Raya Al Akbar, and Port of Sorong.
Map of Sorong, Indonesia Hotels
View all Sorong, Indonesia (SOQ-Jefman) hotels, motels, lodging and attractions on Sorong, Indonesia (SOQ-Jefman) location map.
Weather Forecast for Sorong, Indonesia (SOQ-Jefman)
If you planning to travel to Sorong, Indonesia (SOQ-Jefman), here is your 6-day travel weather forecast to make sure you have all the essentials needed during your stay.
Start your day when the sunrises at 9:14 PM.
The temperature feels like 92.35 with a humidity level of 82 so dress accordingly.
Cloud coverage is 20 percent with visibility at 13.6 percent.
Today’s UV index is 10, don’t forget the sunscreen if you need it!
Today’s winds are traveling east-southeast at a speed of 4 MPH. At the end of the day don’t miss the sunset at 9:21 AM.
Fahrenheit / Celsius
Today
4/24
Few clouds
84°F
High: 87°F
Low: 82°F
Precipitation: 20%
Thursday
4/25
Thunderstorm with rain
84°F
High: 88°F
Low: 81°F
Precipitation: 80%
Friday
4/26
Moderate rain
84°F
High: 85°F
Low: 82°F
Precipitation: 75%
Saturday
4/27
Thunderstorm with heavy rain
84°F
High: 87°F
Low: 82°F
Precipitation: 90%
Sunday
4/28
Heavy rain
84°F
High: 86°F
Low: 77°F
Precipitation: 85%
Monday
4/29
Heavy rain
82°F
High: 86°F
Low: 76°F
Precipitation: 85%
FAQs
What are the most common amenities for Sorong, Indonesia SOQ airport hotels?
Airport hotels have useful amenities for frequent travelers like free SOQ airport shuttle service, 24 hour in-room dinning,
late check-in and check-out and free breakfast. For business traveler amenities like
free wifi and meeting rooms are helpful. Most common amenities are Vending Machines, Complimentary Breakfast
and Complimentary Breakfast.
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