Flying from Singapore to Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport (PKU): What you need to know
Singapore is home to a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Singapore to Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport (PKU) taking off from Changi International Airport (SIN) or Seletar Airport (XSP).
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 15 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct Singapore to Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport flight.
Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport is located in Pekanbaru. The city follows the UTC+7 timezone and is one hour behind Singapore.
Changi International Airport (SIN) to Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport (PKU) is the most popular route, with 5 direct services each week. You can travel from SIN to PKU on Scoot's 10:15am flight.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Singapore to PKU. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more travellers during peak seasons, you'll want to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you deal with longer queues.
Airports in Singapore
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Take the express route from Changi International Airport (SIN). Nonstop flights from Singapore to Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport (PKU) operate from here.
When leaving from SIN, you can catch a direct flight from Singapore to Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport with Scoot.
Most passengers prefer to fly with Scoot from SIN to PKU.
Located around 21 kms (13 miles) from central Singapore, SIN can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour.
Have an early flight from Singapore to Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these stays close to Changi International Airport:
Of the departures from Changi International Airport, 68.95% land on schedule at their destination.
Seletar Airport (XSP)
You can arrive at XSP from the centre of Singapore in approximately 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to travel the 19 kms (12 miles) or so.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Singapore to PKU flight, stay in one of these hotels near Seletar Airport:
About Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport (PKU)
Reserve a hotel close to PKU if you have a late flight from Singapore to Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and get some sleep sooner:
Getting from Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport (PKU) to central Pekanbaru
Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport is roughly 3 miles from central Pekanbaru. How long it takes to get there in a car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Singapore to Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport (PKU)
£62 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Singapore to Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport. A return flight starts at £96. These fares may change based on demand.
Get cheap flights from Singapore to PKU by booking four months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for landing a bargain.
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The best time to fly from Singapore to Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport (PKU)
February is the quietest month for flights from Singapore to Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport (PKU), while July is the most popular. Find the best time to go to Pekanbaru based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Singapore to PKU plane ticket departing in May if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Pekanbaru to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January has temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Singapore to Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Pekanbaru
Once you've booked your flight from Singapore to Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Pekanbaru:
Pekanbaru Great Mosque and Pasar Wisata Kuliner are a couple of top attractions to add to your Pekanbaru travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Masjid Baitul Makmur.
Explore more of Indonesia
Batam is just one of the many places in Indonesia waiting to be discovered once you've seen Pekanbaru. Around 306 kms (190 miles) away to the east, its top attractions include Marina Beach, HKBP Agape Ressort Barelang and Masjid Baiturahman.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Indonesia, consider Padang, about 193 kms (120 miles) south-west of Pekanbaru. Padang Beach, Padang beach and Pantai Nirwana are key reasons to visit.