How to travel from Tanjung Pandan to Ambon Island, Indonesia

The distance between Tanjung Pandan and Ambon Island is around 2,822km (1,753 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 5h 15m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Tanjung Pandan to Ambon Island by plane, ferry and train. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out Ambon IslandTanjung Pandan if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Tanjung Pandan (TJQ) to Ambon (AMQ).

  • Duration5h 15m
  • Flight time4h 35m
  • Typical cost
    IDR 4,014,090($270)
Operated by

Citilink Indonesia

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Ferry

Take a ferry to Tanjung Priok and then to Ambon.

  • Duration5 days 12h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    IDR 853,745($57)
Operated by

Pelni

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Ferry and Train

Take a ferry to Tanjung Priok then take the train to Surabaya Pasar Turi then take a ferry to Namlea and then to Galala.

  • Duration4 days 7h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    IDR 1,093,390($73)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Tanjung Pandan and Ambon Island

There are several options for getting from Tanjung Pandan to Ambon Island by plane, ferry and train. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around IDR 853,745 ($57) and will take around 5 days 12h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 5h 15m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 4,014,090 ($270).

The distance between Tanjung Pandan and Ambon Island is around 2,822km (1,753 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 2,270km (1,410 miles)

It takes around 5h 15m to get from Tanjung Pandan and Ambon Island by plane.

The quickest way to get from Tanjung Pandan to Ambon Island is to fly which takes around 5h 15m and will set you back approx IDR 4,014,090 ($270).

The cheapest way to travel between Tanjung Pandan and Ambon Island is to take a ferry which will typically cost around IDR 853,745 ($57) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Tanjung Pandan and Ambon Island. We recommend that you fly from Tanjung Pandan (TJQ) to Ambon (AMQ). instead which will take 5h 15m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Tanjung Pandan and Ambon Island. We recommend that you fly from Tanjung Pandan (TJQ) to Ambon (AMQ). instead which will take 5h 15m.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Tanjung Pandan and Ambon Island. The ferry typically takes around 5 days 12h and departs once a week.

Pelni run the ferry services between Tanjung Pandan and Ambon Island. Ferries run once a week and take around 5 days 12h on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Tanjung Pandan and Ambon Island. Flights depart from Tanjung Pandan (TJQ) and arrive at Ambon (AMQ) - via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). The flight takes around 4h 35m.

There is no direct flight from Tanjung Pandan to Ambon Island. There is however a flight that goes via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). This services will take at least 5h 15m (not including layover time).

The flight from Tanjung Pandan to Ambon Island typically takes around 4h 35m. Flights depart from Tanjung Pandan (TJQ) and and arrive into Ambon (AMQ).

The closest major airport to Ambon Island is Pattimura Airport (AMQ) (AMQ) which is approximately 7km (4 miles) from Ambon Island. Namlea Airport (NAM) (NAM) and Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC) (MDC) 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 Tanjung Pandan to Ambon Island. We recommend that you fly from Tanjung Pandan (TJQ) to Ambon (AMQ). instead which will take 5h 15m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Tanjung Pandan to Ambon Island is to fly which takes, on average, 5h 15m and will usually cost around IDR 4,014,090 ($270).

How do I get from Tanjung Pandan to Ambon Island

Compare travel optionsbetween Tanjung Pandan and Ambon Island

Transport options from Tanjung Pandan to Ambon Island
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
5h 15m
IDR 4,014,090($270)
on demand2,822km (1,753 miles)
Ferry
5 days 12h
IDR 853,745($57)
once a week3,115km (1,936 miles)
Ferry and Train
4 days 7h
IDR 1,093,390($73)
once a week3,160km (1,963 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Tanjung Pandan and Ambon Island

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Airports near Ambon Island

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

AMQ
Pattimura Airport (AMQ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
7km (4 miles) from Ambon Island
NAM
Namlea Airport (NAM)
Domestic Airport
Distance
118km (73 miles) from Ambon Island
MDC
Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC)
International Airport
Distance
675km (419 miles) from Ambon Island