How to travel from Tanjung Pandan to Jayapura, Indonesia

The distance between Tanjung Pandan and Jayapura is around 4,222km (2,623 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 7h 20m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Tanjung Pandan to Jayapura 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 JayapuraTanjung Pandan if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Tanjung Pandan (TJQ) to Jayapura (DJJ).

  • Duration7h 20m
  • Flight time6h 25m
  • Typical cost
    IDR 6,155,940($410)
Operated by

Indonesia AirAsia

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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 Wasior and then to Jayapura.

  • Duration6 days 21h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    IDR 1,557,705($105)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Tanjung Pandan and Jayapura

There are several options for getting from Tanjung Pandan to Jayapura by plane, ferry and train. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the train which costs around IDR 1,557,705 ($105) and will take around 6 days 21h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 7h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 6,155,940 ($410).

The distance between Tanjung Pandan and Jayapura is around 4,222km (2,623 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 3,671km (2,281 miles)

It takes around 7h 20m to get from Tanjung Pandan and Jayapura by plane.

The quickest way to get from Tanjung Pandan to Jayapura is to fly which takes around 7h 20m and will set you back approx IDR 6,155,940 ($410).

The cheapest way to travel between Tanjung Pandan and Jayapura is to take a ferry and then take the train which will typically cost around IDR 1,557,705 ($105) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Tanjung Pandan and Jayapura. We recommend that you fly from Tanjung Pandan (TJQ) to Jayapura (DJJ). instead which will take 7h 20m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Tanjung Pandan and Jayapura. We recommend that you fly from Tanjung Pandan (TJQ) to Jayapura (DJJ). instead which will take 7h 20m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Tanjung Pandan and Jayapura. Flights depart from Tanjung Pandan (TJQ) and arrive at Jayapura (DJJ) - via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). The flight takes around 6h 25m.

There is no direct flight from Tanjung Pandan to Jayapura. There is however a flight that goes via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). This services will take at least 7h 20m (not including layover time).

The flight from Tanjung Pandan to Jayapura typically takes around 6h 25m. Flights depart from Tanjung Pandan (TJQ) and and arrive into Jayapura (DJJ).

The closest major airport to Jayapura is Sentani Airport (DJJ) (DJJ) which is approximately 21km (13 miles) from Jayapura. Wamena Airport (WMX) (WMX) and Nop Goliath Airport (DEX) (DEX) 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 Jayapura. We recommend that you fly from Tanjung Pandan (TJQ) to Jayapura (DJJ). instead which will take 7h 20m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Tanjung Pandan to Jayapura is to fly which takes, on average, 7h 20m and will usually cost around IDR 6,155,940 ($410).

How do I get from Tanjung Pandan to Jayapura

Compare travel optionsbetween Tanjung Pandan and Jayapura

Transport options from Tanjung Pandan to Jayapura
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
7h 20m
IDR 6,155,940($410)
on demand4,222km (2,623 miles)
Ferry and Plane11h 10m
IDR 6,500,430($435)
3 times a week4,449km (2,764 miles)
Ferry and Train
6 days 21h
IDR 1,557,705($105)
once a week5,127km (3,186 miles)

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Airports near Jayapura

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

DJJ
Sentani Airport (DJJ)
International Airport
Distance
21km (13 miles) from Jayapura
WMX
Wamena Airport (WMX)
Domestic Airport
Distance
261km (162 miles) from Jayapura
DEX
Nop Goliath Airport (DEX)
Domestic Airport
Distance
291km (181 miles) from Jayapura