Flying from Jakarta to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport (PLM): what you need to know
Kick off your journey at one of Jakarta's main airports, Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) or Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP). Check out your options for booking a flight from Jakarta to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport (PLM) departing from either of these.
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 8 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Jakarta to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport.
Jakarta and Palembang (where Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport is located) share the UTC+7 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch when you arrive.
The busiest route is from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport (PLM), with 62 direct weekly services. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from CGK to PLM is the 06:50 Pelita Air option. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 19:30 with Super Air Jet.
Your flight from Jakarta to PLM won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during high season in general.
Airports in Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Take off and land with no stops from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK). Nonstop flights from Jakarta to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport (PLM) are available from here.
At CGK, there's a range of airlines offering direct flights from Jakarta to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport, such as:
From the centre of Jakarta, CGK is around 32 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to find the best way to reach the terminal.
After a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Jakarta to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
About Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport (PLM)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Jakarta to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PLM instead:
Getting from Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport (PLM) to central Palembang
Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Palembang. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 29 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 56 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jakarta to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport (PLM)
Lock in a one-way ticket from Jakarta to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport from R 673 or travel return from just R 1,370. Prices are accurate at the time of listing and may change based on availability when you book.
Get cheap tickets from Jakarta to PLM by booking 7 months ahead. Based on flight price data, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Jakarta to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Jakarta to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport (PLM)
February is the quietest time of year to fly to Palembang. Alternatively, join the crowds and get away in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Jakarta to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport.
Lock in your flight from Jakarta to PLM for September if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Palembang to range from 22ºC to 36ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 22ºC and 33ºC. Search for cheap flights from Jakarta to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Palembang
Start your Palembang trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Jakarta to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Ampera Bridge and Benteng Kuto Besak are a couple of leading attractions to put on your Palembang must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Kuto Besak Fortress.
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