How to travel from Tanjung Pandan to Manokwari, Indonesia

The distance between Tanjung Pandan and Manokwari is around 3,519km (2,187 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 6h 40m.

2 routes found

We've found 2 different ways to get from Tanjung Pandan to Manokwari 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 ManokwariTanjung Pandan if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Tanjung Pandan (TJQ) to Manokwari (MKW).

  • Duration6h 40m
  • Flight time6h 15m
  • Typical cost
    IDR 5,272,240($350)
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 Namlea and then to Manokwari.

  • Duration5 days 6h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    IDR 1,258,150($84)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Tanjung Pandan and Manokwari

There are several options for getting from Tanjung Pandan to Manokwari by plane, ferry and train. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the train which costs around IDR 1,258,150 ($84) and will take around 5 days 6h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 6h 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 5,272,240 ($350).

The distance between Tanjung Pandan and Manokwari is around 3,519km (2,187 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 2,944km (1,829 miles)

It takes around 6h 40m to get from Tanjung Pandan and Manokwari by plane.

The quickest way to get from Tanjung Pandan to Manokwari is to fly which takes around 6h 40m and will set you back approx IDR 5,272,240 ($350).

The cheapest way to travel between Tanjung Pandan and Manokwari is to take a ferry and then take the train which will typically cost around IDR 1,258,150 ($84) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Tanjung Pandan and Manokwari. We recommend that you fly from Tanjung Pandan (TJQ) to Manokwari (MKW). instead which will take 6h 40m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Tanjung Pandan and Manokwari. We recommend that you fly from Tanjung Pandan (TJQ) to Manokwari (MKW). instead which will take 6h 40m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Tanjung Pandan and Manokwari. Flights depart from Tanjung Pandan (TJQ) and arrive at Manokwari (MKW) - via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). The flight takes around 6h 15m.

There is no direct flight from Tanjung Pandan to Manokwari. There is however a flight that goes via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK) and Sorong (SOQ). This services will take at least 6h 40m (not including layover time).

The flight from Tanjung Pandan to Manokwari typically takes around 6h 15m. Flights depart from Tanjung Pandan (TJQ) and and arrive into Manokwari (MKW).

The closest major airport to Manokwari is Rendani Airport (MKW) (MKW) which is approximately 4km (3 miles) from Manokwari. Frans Kaisiepo Airport (BIK) (BIK) 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 Tanjung Pandan to Manokwari. We recommend that you fly from Tanjung Pandan (TJQ) to Manokwari (MKW). instead which will take 6h 40m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Tanjung Pandan to Manokwari is to fly which takes, on average, 6h 40m and will usually cost around IDR 5,272,240 ($350).

How do I get from Tanjung Pandan to Manokwari

Compare travel optionsbetween Tanjung Pandan and Manokwari

Transport options from Tanjung Pandan to Manokwari
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
6h 40m
IDR 5,272,240($350)
on demand3,519km (2,187 miles)
Ferry and Train
5 days 6h
IDR 1,258,150($84)
once a week3,965km (2,464 miles)

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Airports near Manokwari

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

MKW
Rendani Airport (MKW)
Domestic Airport
Distance
4km (3 miles) from Manokwari
BIK
Frans Kaisiepo Airport (BIK)
Domestic Airport
Distance
229km (142 miles) from Manokwari
DJJ
Sentani Airport (DJJ)
International Airport
Distance
740km (460 miles) from Manokwari