Seaplane base · Bentota, Sri Lanka
Bentota River Waterdrome
Bentota River Waterdrome is a seaplane base serving Bentota, Sri Lanka. Its IATA code is BJT.
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Airport facts
| Location | Bentota, Sri Lanka |
|---|---|
| IATA code | BJT |
| Type | Seaplane base |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
| Coordinates | 6.4310° N, 79.9960° E |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
Landmarks near this airport
Famous landmarks close to Bentota River Waterdrome, by straight-line distance — each link opens its profile on our sister site LandmarkProfiles.
- Galle Fort · Sri Lanka · 31.9 miles away
- Temple of the Tooth · Sri Lanka · 74.2 miles away
National parks near this airport
National parks close to Bentota River Waterdrome, by straight-line distance — each link opens its profile on our sister site National Park Profiles.
- Hikkaduwa National Park · Sri Lanka · 20.8 miles away
- Horagolla National Park · Sri Lanka · 49.3 miles away
- Horton Plains National Park · Sri Lanka · 60.8 miles away
- Udawalawe National Park · Sri Lanka · 61.3 miles away
- Lunugamvehera National Park · Sri Lanka · 85.0 miles away
- Bundala National Park · Sri Lanka · 85.7 miles away
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Frequently asked questions
What is the airport code for Bentota River Waterdrome?
Bentota River Waterdrome — its IATA code is BJT.
Where is Bentota River Waterdrome located?
Bentota River Waterdrome serves Bentota, Sri Lanka. Its coordinates are 6.4310° N, 79.9960° E.
Sources
- https://davidmegginson.github.io/ourairports-data/airports.csv#312172
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bentota_River_Airport
Page last updated 13 November 2026.