Travelling from Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport (BPN) to Jakarta: what you need to know
Approximately 2 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport to Jakarta.
Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport is located in Balikpapan. Following the UTC+7 timezone, Jakarta is one hour behind Balikpapan.
With 97 weekly flights between the two airports, Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport (BPN) to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) is the busiest route. Super Air Jet operates the earliest flight at 06:00. If you prefer to get more out of your day before flying, the latest departure from BPN to CGK is with Lion Air at 20:50.
To avoid rushing for your BPN to Jakarta flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
You can book a direct Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport to Jakarta ticket. Begin your trip at BPN and arrive at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK).
A number of airlines operate direct flights from Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport to Jakarta. The most popular include:
To get to BPN from central Balikpapan, it'll take about 40 minutes by car. It's roughly 13 kms (8 miles) from the airport to the city centre.
Have an early flight from Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport to Jakarta? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near BPN:
How to find the cheapest flights from Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport (BPN) to Jakarta
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport to Jakarta flight is £66. The cheapest price for a return flight is £127. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from BPN to Jakarta, reserve your journey one month before your departure date.
The best month for landing cheap Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport to Jakarta tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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Airports in Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to central Jakarta takes around 35 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 32 kms (20 miles) away.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour 30 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport to Jakarta. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CGK instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Soekarno-Hatta International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from TRAC Astra Rent A Car, Avis or Europcar and chase adventure across Jakarta and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport about one week before your flight from BPN to Jakarta.
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP)
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP) is around 14 kms (9 miles) from central Jakarta. After your flight from Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport to Jakarta, it'll take you around 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to HLP. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your BPN to Jakarta flight:
Best time to go to Jakarta
Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport to Jakarta. The city comes alive in high season, but hotel prices are typically higher and major attractions can get busy. Go to Jakarta in low season if you prefer a quieter vibe.
Lock in a Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport to Jakarta plane ticket with a departure in October if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 25ºC to 32ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BPN to Jakarta in July when temperatures average between 24ºC and 31ºC.
More about Jakarta
After booking your flight from Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport to Jakarta, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Jakarta:
Danau Taman Mini Indonesia Indah and National Monument of Indonesia are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Jakarta itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Istiqlal Mosque.
Explore more of Indonesia
Jakarta is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Indonesia you'll want to see. Around 121 kms (75 miles) south-east of Jakarta, a visit to Bandung will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Braga Street, Gedung Sate and Bandung Geological Museum (Museum Geologi).
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Indonesia, consider Palembang, roughly 434 kms (270 miles) north-west of Jakarta. Ampera Bridge, Benteng Kuto Besak and Kuto Besak Fortress are among its highlights.
