How to travel from Samarinda to Padang, Indonesia

The distance between Samarinda and Padang is around 2,312km (1,436 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 55m.

2 routes found

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

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

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Fly

Fly from APT Pranoto (AAP) to Minangkabau (PDG).

  • Duration4h 55m
  • Flight time3h 55m
  • Typical cost
    IDR 3,639,645($245)
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Batik Air

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Bus and Plane

Take the bus to Balikpapan Airport then fly from Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman (BPN) to Minangkabau (PDG).

  • Duration7h 30m
  • Flight time3h 50m
  • Typical cost
    IDR 4,927,745($330)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Samarinda and Padang

There are several options for getting from Samarinda to Padang by plane and bus. The cheapest option is to fly which costs around IDR 3,639,645 ($245) and will take around 4h 55m.

The distance between Samarinda and Padang is around 2,312km (1,436 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,866km (1,159 miles)

It takes around 4h 55m to get from Samarinda and Padang by plane.

The quickest way to get from Samarinda to Padang is to fly which takes around 4h 55m and will set you back approx IDR 3,639,645 ($245).

The cheapest way to travel between Samarinda and Padang is to fly which will typically cost around IDR 3,639,645 ($245) for a standard one-way ticket.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Samarinda and Padang. Flights depart from APT Pranoto (AAP) and arrive at Minangkabau (PDG) - via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). The flight takes around 3h 55m.

There is no direct flight from Samarinda to Padang. There is however a flight that goes via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). This services will take at least 4h 55m (not including layover time).

The flight from Samarinda to Padang typically takes around 3h 55m. Flights depart from APT Pranoto (AAP) 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 Samarinda to Padang is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 55m and will usually cost around IDR 3,639,645 ($245).

How do I get from Samarinda to Padang

Compare travel optionsbetween Samarinda and Padang

Transport options from Samarinda to Padang
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
4h 55m
IDR 3,639,645($245)
hourly2,312km (1,436 miles)
Bus and Plane
7h 30m
IDR 4,927,745($330)
twice daily2,323km (1,444 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Samarinda and Padang

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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