How to travel from Padang to Manokwari, Indonesia
The distance between Padang and Manokwari is around 4,059km (2,522 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 7h 40m.
4 routes found
We've found 4 different ways to get from Padang to Manokwari 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 Manokwari → Padang if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Minangkabau (PDG) to Manokwari (MKW).
- Duration7h 40m
- Flight time6h 55m
- Typical costIDR 5,481,930($365)
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 Manokwari.
- Duration7 days 6h
- Departsonce a week
- Typical costIDR 1,737,445($115)
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 Namlea and then to Manokwari.
- Duration7 days 3h
- Departsonce a week
- Typical costIDR 2,276,650($150)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Padang and Manokwari
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Padang to Manokwari by plane, bus, ferry and train. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take a ferry which costs around IDR 1,737,445 ($115) and will take around 7 days 6h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 7h 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 5,481,930 ($365).
The distance between Padang and Manokwari is around 4,059km (2,522 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 3,748km (2,329 miles)
It takes around 7h 40m to get from Padang and Manokwari by plane.
The quickest way to get from Padang to Manokwari is to fly which takes around 7h 40m and will set you back approx IDR 5,481,930 ($365).
The cheapest way to travel between Padang and Manokwari is to take the bus and then take a ferry which will typically cost around IDR 1,737,445 ($115) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Padang and Manokwari. We recommend that you fly from Minangkabau (PDG) to Manokwari (MKW). instead which will take 7h 40m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Padang and Manokwari. We recommend that you fly from Minangkabau (PDG) to Manokwari (MKW). instead which will take 7h 40m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Padang and Manokwari. Flights depart from Minangkabau (PDG) and arrive at Manokwari (MKW) - via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). The flight takes around 6h 55m.
There is no direct flight from Padang to Manokwari. There is however a flight that goes via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK) and Sorong (SOQ). This services will take at least 7h 40m (not including layover time).
The flight from Padang to Manokwari typically takes around 6h 55m. Flights depart from Minangkabau (PDG) and and arrive into Manokwari (MKW).
The closest major airport to Manokwari is Rendani Airport (MKW) (MKW) which is approximately 4km (3 miles) from Manokwari. Frans Kaisiepo Airport (BIK) (BIK) and Sentani Airport (DJJ) (DJJ) 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 Manokwari. We recommend that you fly from Minangkabau (PDG) to Manokwari (MKW). instead which will take 7h 40m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Padang to Manokwari is to fly which takes, on average, 7h 40m and will usually cost around IDR 5,481,930 ($365).
Compare travel optionsbetween Padang and Manokwari
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 1 similar | 7h 40m | IDR 5,481,930($365) | hourly | 4,059km (2,522 miles) |
| Bus and Plane | 14h 10m | IDR 5,466,955($365) | every 20 mins | 4,358km (2,708 miles) |
Bus and Ferry | 7 days 6h | IDR 1,737,445($115) | once a week | 5,500km (3,418 miles) |
Bus, Ferry and Train | 7 days 3h | IDR 2,276,650($150) | once a week | 6,266km (3,893 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Padang and Manokwari
Airlines
Batik Air
Lion Mentari Airlines
Indonesia AirAsia
Garuda Indonesia
PT. Sriwijaya Air
Train operators
Kereta API
Bus companies
Annanta Travel
A.L.S
Putra Pelangi
Yanti Group
Ferry operators
Pelni
Batam Jet
Airports near Manokwari
The following major airports near Manokwari offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Indonesia and internationally.
Rendani Airport (MKW)
- Distance
- 4km (3 miles) from Manokwari
Frans Kaisiepo Airport (BIK)
- Distance
- 229km (142 miles) from Manokwari
Sentani Airport (DJJ)
- Distance
- 740km (460 miles) from Manokwari