How to travel from Ambon Island to Padang, Indonesia

The distance between Ambon Island and Padang is around 3,358km (2,087 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 6hrs.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Ambon Island to Padang by plane, ferry and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out PadangAmbon Island if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Ambon (AMQ) to Minangkabau (PDG).

  • Duration6hrs
  • Flight time5hrs
  • Typical cost
    IDR 5,122,460($340)
Operated by

Citilink Indonesia

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Ferry and Bus

Take a ferry to Namlea, Tanjung Priok then Tanjung Balai Karimun and then to Dumai then take the bus to Padang.

  • Duration6 days 7h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    IDR 1,647,575($110)
Operated by

Multiple operators

1 similiar route

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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Ambon Island and Padang

There are several options for getting from Ambon Island to Padang by plane, ferry and bus. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the bus which costs around IDR 1,602,640 ($105) and will take around 6 days 21h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 6hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 5,122,460 ($340).

The distance between Ambon Island and Padang is around 3,358km (2,087 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 3,094km (1,922 miles)

It takes around 6hrs to get from Ambon Island and Padang by plane.

The quickest way to get from Ambon Island to Padang is to fly which takes around 6hrs and will set you back approx IDR 5,122,460 ($340).

The cheapest way to travel between Ambon Island and Padang is to take a ferry and then take the bus which will typically cost around IDR 1,602,640 ($105) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Ambon Island and Padang. We recommend that you fly from Ambon (AMQ) to Minangkabau (PDG). instead which will take 6hrs.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Ambon Island and Padang. We recommend that you fly from Ambon (AMQ) to Minangkabau (PDG). instead which will take 6hrs.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Ambon Island and Padang. Flights depart from Ambon (AMQ) and arrive at Minangkabau (PDG) - via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). The flight takes around 5hrs.

There is no direct flight from Ambon Island to Padang. There is however a flight that goes via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). This services will take at least 6hrs (not including layover time).

The flight from Ambon Island to Padang typically takes around 5hrs. Flights depart from Ambon (AMQ) and and arrive into Minangkabau (PDG).

The closest major airport to Padang is Minangkabau International Airport (PDG) (PDG) which is approximately 18km (11 miles) from Padang. Sultan Syarif Kasim II Airport (PKU) (PKU) and Ferdinand Lumban Tobing Airport (FLZ) (FLZ) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Ambon Island to Padang. We recommend that you fly from Ambon (AMQ) to Minangkabau (PDG). instead which will take 6hrs.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Ambon Island to Padang is to fly which takes, on average, 6hrs and will usually cost around IDR 5,122,460 ($340).

How do I get from Ambon Island to Padang

Compare travel optionsbetween Ambon Island and Padang

Transport options from Ambon Island to Padang
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
6hrs
IDR 5,122,460($340)
hourly3,358km (2,087 miles)
Ferry and Bus + 1 similar
6 days 7h
IDR 1,647,575($110)
once a week4,659km (2,895 miles)
Ferry to Tanjung Priok, bus6 days 21h
IDR 1,602,640($105)
once a week4,633km (2,879 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Ambon Island and Padang

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Ferry operators

Bus companies

Airports near Padang

The following major airports near Padang offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Indonesia and internationally.

PDG
Minangkabau International Airport (PDG)
International Airport
Distance
18km (11 miles) from Padang
PKU
Sultan Syarif Kasim II Airport (PKU)
International Airport
Distance
196km (122 miles) from Padang
FLZ
Ferdinand Lumban Tobing Airport (FLZ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
321km (199 miles) from Padang