How to travel from Surabaya to Manado, Indonesia

The distance between Surabaya and Manado is around 1,705km (1,059 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 20m.

2 routes found

We've found 2 different ways to get from Surabaya to Manado 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 Juanda International (SUB) to Manado (MDC).

  • Duration3h 20m
  • Flight time2h 45m
  • Typical cost
    IDR 1,527,750($100)
Operated by

Lion Mentari Airlines

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ferry
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Ferry

Take a ferry to Bitung.

  • Duration3 days 2h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    IDR 659,030($44)
Operated by

Pelni

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Surabaya and Manado

There are several options for getting from Surabaya to Manado by plane and ferry. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around IDR 659,030 ($44) and will take around 3 days 2h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 1,527,750 ($100).

The distance between Surabaya and Manado is around 1,705km (1,059 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,657km (1,030 miles)

It takes around 3h 20m to get from Surabaya and Manado by plane.

The quickest way to get from Surabaya to Manado is to fly which takes around 3h 20m and will set you back approx IDR 1,527,750 ($100).

The cheapest way to travel between Surabaya and Manado is to take a ferry which will typically cost around IDR 659,030 ($44) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Surabaya and Manado. We recommend that you fly from Juanda International (SUB) to Manado (MDC). instead which will take 3h 20m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Surabaya and Manado. We recommend that you fly from Juanda International (SUB) to Manado (MDC). instead which will take 3h 20m.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Surabaya and Manado. The ferry typically takes around 3 days 2h and departs once a week.

Pelni run the ferry services between Surabaya and Manado. Ferries run once a week and take around 3 days 2h on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Surabaya and Manado. Flights depart from Juanda International (SUB) and arrive at Manado (MDC). The flight takes around 2h 45m.

Yes there is a direct flight between Surabaya and Manado with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 2h 45m.

Lion Mentari Airlines, PT. Sriwijaya Air and Batik Air fly between Surabaya and Manado. Flights depart from Juanda International (SUB) and and arrive into Manado (MDC). These flights usually take around 2h 45m.

The flight from Surabaya to Manado typically takes around 2h 45m. Flights depart from Juanda International (SUB) and and arrive into Manado (MDC).

The closest major airport to Manado is Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC) (MDC) which is approximately 11km (7 miles) from Manado. Tolotio Airport (GTO) (GTO) and Naha Airport (NAH) (NAH) 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 Surabaya to Manado. We recommend that you fly from Juanda International (SUB) to Manado (MDC). instead which will take 3h 20m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Surabaya to Manado is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 20m and will usually cost around IDR 1,527,750 ($100).

How do I get from Surabaya to Manado

Compare travel optionsbetween Surabaya and Manado

Transport options from Surabaya to Manado
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
3h 20m
IDR 1,527,750($100)
on demand1,705km (1,059 miles)
Ferry
3 days 2h
IDR 659,030($44)
once a week2,391km (1,486 miles)

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Airports near Manado

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

MDC
Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC)
International Airport
Distance
11km (7 miles) from Manado
GTO
Tolotio Airport (GTO)
Domestic Airport
Distance
241km (150 miles) from Manado
NAH
Naha Airport (NAH)
Domestic Airport
Distance
254km (158 miles) from Manado