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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Balikpapan to Surabaya flights are currently cheapest in October.

Direct flights from Balikpapan to Surabaya

Balikpapan to Surabaya: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Balikpapan to Surabaya below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Surabaya.

Balikpapan to Surabaya: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 796
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time1 hr, 32 mins
Most popular airlineLionAir Indonesia
Average flights per week48

Finding cheap flights from Balikpapan to Surabaya: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Balikpapan to Surabaya is R 1,604. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 32 minutes is the average flight time from Balikpapan to Surabaya.
LionAir Indonesia, Citilink and Super Air Jet fly direct from Balikpapan to Surabaya.
As of October 2025, there are 48 flights per week flying from Balikpapan to Surabaya.
The cheapest month to fly from Balikpapan to Surabaya is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Balikpapan Airport to Surabaya Airport on Tuesday, 28 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 32 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Surabaya but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Surabaya is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Indonesia AirAsia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Surabaya.

Flying from Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport (BPN) to Juanda International Airport (SUB): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport to Juanda International Airport is 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Surabaya's timezone is UTC+7, making Surabaya one hour behind Balikpapan.

  • Flights from BPN to SUB start at 06:00 — the first with Lion Air. The last service of the day is at 19:50 with Super Air Jet. In total, you can take your pick of 45 weekly Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport to Juanda International Airport flights.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to board your BPN to SUB flight.

  • During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.

  • A number of airlines offer direct flights from Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport to Juanda International Airport, so getting to Surabaya (and then seeing more of Indonesia!) is easy. The most popular carriers that fly nonstop include:

  • PT. Pelita Air is the most frequently booked airline on this route.

  • If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport to Juanda International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between BPN and SUB:

    • Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport

    • Ngurah Rai International Airport

    • Soekarno-Hatta International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport (BPN) to Juanda International Airport (SUB)

  • Right now, R 796 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport to Juanda International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 1,604. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Book five months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from BPN to SUB.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport to Juanda International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment the price changes on cheap flights from BPN to SUB.

  • Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport to Juanda International Airport.

Handy information about Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport (BPN)

  • Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport is around 23 kilometres from central Balikpapan. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near BPN. Whether you're catching an early flight from Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport to Juanda International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:

Arriving at Juanda International Airport (SUB)

Getting from Juanda International Airport (SUB) to central Surabaya

  • Juanda International Airport to central Surabaya has a drive time of around 40 minutes. It's approximately 26 kilometres away.

When to fly to Juanda International Airport (SUB)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport to Juanda International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Surabaya based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • The warmest month in Surabaya is October, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your flights from Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport to Juanda International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • Look for cheap tickets from BPN to SUB in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.

Explore more of Indonesia

  • Surabaya has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Indonesia just waiting to be discovered. About 257 kilometres west of Surabaya, a visit to Semarang will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Lawang Sewu - Historical Building Heritage Semaran, Sam Poo Kong and Semarang Old Town.

  • Denpasar is another well-known destination in Indonesia and is around 306 kilometres south-east of Surabaya. No journey is complete without a visit to Pura Blanjong, Jagatnata Temple (Pura Jagatnatha) and Bali Museum.

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