How to travel from Bali to Padang, Indonesia

The distance between Bali and Padang is around 1,894km (1,177 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 20m.

2 routes found

We've found 2 different ways to get from Bali to Padang by plane and ferry. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Ngurah Rai (DPS) to Minangkabau (PDG).

  • Duration4h 20m
  • Flight time3h 35m
  • Typical cost
    IDR 4,178,850($280)
Operated by

Indonesia AirAsia

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Ferry and Plane

Take a ferry to Ketapang then fly from Banyuwangi International (BWX) to Minangkabau (PDG).

  • Duration5h 45m
  • Flight time3h 25m
  • Typical cost
    IDR 2,651,100($175)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Bali and Padang

There are several options for getting from Bali to Padang by plane and ferry. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then fly which costs around IDR 2,651,100 ($175) and will take around 5h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 4,178,850 ($280).

The distance between Bali and Padang is around 1,894km (1,177 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,827km (1,135 miles)

It takes around 4h 20m to get from Bali and Padang by plane.

The quickest way to get from Bali to Padang is to fly which takes around 4h 20m and will set you back approx IDR 4,178,850 ($280).

The cheapest way to travel between Bali and Padang is to take a ferry and then fly which will typically cost around IDR 2,651,100 ($175) for a standard one-way ticket.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Bali and Padang. Flights depart from Ngurah Rai (DPS) and arrive at Minangkabau (PDG) - via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). The flight takes around 3h 35m.

There is no direct flight from Bali to Padang. There is however a flight that goes via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). This services will take at least 4h 20m (not including layover time).

The flight from Bali to Padang typically takes around 3h 35m. Flights depart from Ngurah Rai (DPS) 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

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Bali to Padang is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 20m and will usually cost around IDR 4,178,850 ($280).

How do I get from Bali to Padang

Compare travel optionsbetween Bali and Padang

Transport options from Bali to Padang
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
4h 20m
IDR 4,178,850($280)
hourly1,936km (1,203 miles)
Ferry and Plane
5h 45m
IDR 2,651,100($175)
hourly1,894km (1,177 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Bali and Padang

Airlines

Ferry operators

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