How to travel from Padang to Jayapura, Indonesia
The distance between Padang and Jayapura is around 4,762km (2,959 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 8h 20m.
4 routes found
We've found 4 different ways to get from Padang to Jayapura by plane, bus, ferry and train. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Jayapura → Padang if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Minangkabau (PDG) to Jayapura (DJJ).
- Duration8h 20m
- Flight time7hrs
- Typical costIDR 6,365,630($425)
Batik Air
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Bus and Ferry
Take the bus to Dumai Terminal AKAP then take a ferry to Tanjung Balai Karimun then Port of Tanjung Priok and then to Jayapura.
- Duration8 days 22h
- Departsonce a week
- Typical costIDR 1,962,110($130)
Multiple operators
Bus, Ferry and Train
Take the bus to Medan and then to Bandar Lampung then take a ferry to Gambir Station then take the train to Surabaya Pasar Turi then take a ferry to Wasior and then to Jayapura.
- Duration8 days 19h
- Departsonce a week
- Typical costIDR 2,576,210($170)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Padang and Jayapura
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Padang to Jayapura by plane, bus, ferry and train. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take a ferry which costs around IDR 1,962,110 ($130) and will take around 8 days 22h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 8h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 6,365,630 ($425).
The distance between Padang and Jayapura is around 4,762km (2,959 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 4,487km (2,788 miles)
It takes around 8h 20m to get from Padang and Jayapura by plane.
The quickest way to get from Padang to Jayapura is to fly which takes around 8h 20m and will set you back approx IDR 6,365,630 ($425).
The cheapest way to travel between Padang and Jayapura is to take the bus and then take a ferry which will typically cost around IDR 1,962,110 ($130) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Padang and Jayapura. We recommend that you fly from Minangkabau (PDG) to Jayapura (DJJ). instead which will take 8h 20m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Padang and Jayapura. We recommend that you fly from Minangkabau (PDG) to Jayapura (DJJ). instead which will take 8h 20m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Padang and Jayapura. Flights depart from Minangkabau (PDG) and arrive at Jayapura (DJJ) - via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). The flight takes around 7hrs.
There is no direct flight from Padang to Jayapura. There is however a flight that goes via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). This services will take at least 8h 20m (not including layover time).
The flight from Padang to Jayapura typically takes around 7hrs. Flights depart from Minangkabau (PDG) and and arrive into Jayapura (DJJ).
The closest major airport to Jayapura is Sentani Airport (DJJ) (DJJ) which is approximately 21km (13 miles) from Jayapura. Wamena Airport (WMX) (WMX) and Nop Goliath Airport (DEX) (DEX) 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 Padang to Jayapura. We recommend that you fly from Minangkabau (PDG) to Jayapura (DJJ). instead which will take 8h 20m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Padang to Jayapura is to fly which takes, on average, 8h 20m and will usually cost around IDR 6,365,630 ($425).
Compare travel optionsbetween Padang and Jayapura
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 1 similar | 8h 20m | IDR 6,365,630($425) | hourly | 4,762km (2,959 miles) |
| Bus and Plane | 15hrs | IDR 6,200,875($415) | every 20 mins | 5,060km (3,144 miles) |
Bus and Ferry | 8 days 22h | IDR 1,962,110($130) | once a week | 6,662km (4,140 miles) |
Bus, Ferry and Train | 8 days 19h | IDR 2,576,210($170) | once a week | 7,428km (4,615 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Padang and Jayapura
Airlines
Batik Air
Garuda Indonesia
Lion Mentari Airlines
Citilink Indonesia
Indonesia AirAsia
Train operators
Kereta API
Bus companies
Annanta Travel
A.L.S
Putra Pelangi
Yanti Group
Ferry operators
Pelni
Batam Jet
Airports near Jayapura
The following major airports near Jayapura offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Indonesia and internationally.
Sentani Airport (DJJ)
- Distance
- 21km (13 miles) from Jayapura
Wamena Airport (WMX)
- Distance
- 261km (162 miles) from Jayapura
Nop Goliath Airport (DEX)
- Distance
- 291km (181 miles) from Jayapura