How to travel from Tanjung Pandan to Banda Aceh, Indonesia

The distance between Tanjung Pandan and Banda Aceh is around 2,224km (1,382 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 25m.

2 routes found

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

👋 Also check out Banda AcehTanjung Pandan if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Tanjung Pandan (TJQ) to Banda Aceh (BTJ).

  • Duration4h 25m
  • Flight time3h 50m
  • Typical cost
    IDR 4,253,740($285)
Operated by

PT. Sriwijaya Air

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Ferry and Bus

Take a ferry to Tanjung Priok and then to Belawan then take the bus to Bandah Aceh.

  • Duration3 days 19h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    IDR 1,048,455($70)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Tanjung Pandan and Banda Aceh

There are several options for getting from Tanjung Pandan to Banda Aceh by plane, ferry and bus. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the bus which costs around IDR 1,048,455 ($70) and will take around 3 days 19h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 4,253,740 ($285).

The distance between Tanjung Pandan and Banda Aceh is around 2,224km (1,382 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,652km (1,026 miles)

It takes around 4h 25m to get from Tanjung Pandan and Banda Aceh by plane.

The quickest way to get from Tanjung Pandan to Banda Aceh is to fly which takes around 4h 25m and will set you back approx IDR 4,253,740 ($285).

The cheapest way to travel between Tanjung Pandan and Banda Aceh is to take a ferry and then take the bus which will typically cost around IDR 1,048,455 ($70) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Tanjung Pandan and Banda Aceh. We recommend that you fly from Tanjung Pandan (TJQ) to Banda Aceh (BTJ). instead which will take 4h 25m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Tanjung Pandan and Banda Aceh. We recommend that you fly from Tanjung Pandan (TJQ) to Banda Aceh (BTJ). instead which will take 4h 25m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Tanjung Pandan and Banda Aceh. Flights depart from Tanjung Pandan (TJQ) and arrive at Banda Aceh (BTJ) - via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). The flight takes around 3h 50m.

There is no direct flight from Tanjung Pandan to Banda Aceh. There is however a flight that goes via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). This services will take at least 4h 25m (not including layover time).

The flight from Tanjung Pandan to Banda Aceh typically takes around 3h 50m. Flights depart from Tanjung Pandan (TJQ) and and arrive into Banda Aceh (BTJ).

The closest major airport to Banda Aceh is Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ) (BTJ) which is approximately 12km (7 miles) from Banda Aceh. Malikus Saleh Airport (LSW) (LSW) and Kualanamu International Airport (KNO) (KNO) 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 Banda Aceh. We recommend that you fly from Tanjung Pandan (TJQ) to Banda Aceh (BTJ). instead which will take 4h 25m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Tanjung Pandan to Banda Aceh is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 25m and will usually cost around IDR 4,253,740 ($285).

How do I get from Tanjung Pandan to Banda Aceh

Compare travel optionsbetween Tanjung Pandan and Banda Aceh

Transport options from Tanjung Pandan to Banda Aceh
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
4h 25m
IDR 4,253,740($285)
on demand2,224km (1,382 miles)
Ferry and Bus
3 days 19h
IDR 1,048,455($70)
once a week2,791km (1,734 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Tanjung Pandan and Banda Aceh

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Airports near Banda Aceh

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

BTJ
Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
12km (7 miles) from Banda Aceh
LSW
Malikus Saleh Airport (LSW)
Domestic Airport
Distance
184km (114 miles) from Banda Aceh
KNO
Kualanamu International Airport (KNO)
International Airport
Distance
448km (279 miles) from Banda Aceh