How to travel from Surabaya to Nabire, Indonesia

The distance between Surabaya and Nabire is around 2,867km (1,781 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 5h 55m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Surabaya to Nabire by plane, taxi 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 Nabire (NBX).

  • Duration5h 55m
  • Flight time5h 35m
  • Typical cost
    IDR 6,725,100($450)
Operated by

Lion Mentari Airlines

+ 3 others

2 similiar routes

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ferry
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Ferry

Take a ferry to Nabire.

  • Duration4 days 16h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    IDR 823,790($55)
Operated by

Pelni

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Surabaya and Nabire

There are several options for getting from Surabaya to Nabire by plane, taxi and ferry. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around IDR 823,790 ($55) and will take around 4 days 16h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 5h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 6,725,100 ($450).

The distance between Surabaya and Nabire is around 2,867km (1,781 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 2,557km (1,589 miles)

It takes around 11h 10m to get from Surabaya and Nabire by plane and taxi.

The quickest way to get from Surabaya to Nabire is to fly which takes around 5h 55m and will set you back approx IDR 6,725,100 ($450).

The cheapest way to travel between Surabaya and Nabire is to take a ferry which will typically cost around IDR 823,790 ($55) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Surabaya and Nabire. We recommend that you fly from Juanda International (SUB) to Nabire (NBX). instead which will take 5h 55m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Surabaya and Nabire. We recommend that you fly from Juanda International (SUB) to Nabire (NBX). instead which will take 5h 55m.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Surabaya and Nabire. The ferry typically takes around 4 days 16h and departs once a week.

Pelni run the ferry services between Surabaya and Nabire. Ferries run once a week and take around 4 days 16h on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Surabaya and Nabire. Flights depart from Juanda International (SUB) and arrive at Nabire (NBX) - via Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG). The flight takes around 5h 35m.

There is no direct flight from Surabaya to Nabire. There is however a flight that goes via Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) and Tembagapura (TIM). This services will take at least 5h 55m (not including layover time).

The flight from Surabaya to Nabire typically takes around 5h 35m. Flights depart from Juanda International (SUB) and and arrive into Nabire (NBX).

The closest major airport to Nabire is Nabire Airport (NBX) (NBX) which is approximately 8km (5 miles) from Nabire. Kaimana Airport (KNG) (KNG) 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 Surabaya to Nabire. We recommend that you fly from Juanda International (SUB) to Tembagapura (TIM) then take a taxi to Nabire. instead which will take 11h 10m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Surabaya to Nabire is to fly and then take a taxi which takes, on average, 11h 10m and will usually cost around IDR 6,874,880 ($460).

How do I get from Surabaya to Nabire

Compare travel optionsbetween Surabaya and Nabire

Transport options from Surabaya to Nabire
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 2 similar
5h 55m
IDR 6,725,100($450)
on demand2,933km (1,822 miles)
Plane and Taxi11h 10m
IDR 6,874,880($460)
on demand3,095km (1,923 miles)
Plane and Ferry13h 35m
IDR 4,268,715($285)
twice a week2,867km (1,781 miles)
Ferry
4 days 16h
IDR 823,790($55)
once a week3,309km (2,056 miles)

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Airports near Nabire

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

NBX
Nabire Airport (NBX)
Domestic Airport
Distance
8km (5 miles) from Nabire
KNG
Kaimana Airport (KNG)
Domestic Airport
Distance
197km (122 miles) from Nabire
DJJ
Sentani Airport (DJJ)
International Airport
Distance
563km (350 miles) from Nabire