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Flight deals from Jakarta to Balikpapan Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Jakarta to Balikpapan Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 2,957. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Balikpapan.R 1,028 per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Mar.One-way flight with Super Air Jet.Outbound direct flight with Super Air Jet departs from Soekarno-Hatta on Sat, 14 Mar, arriving in Balikpapan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,028, select.
Balikpapan.R 1,400 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Jun.One-way flight with Super Air Jet.Outbound direct flight with Super Air Jet departs from Soekarno-Hatta on Thu, 11 Jun, arriving in Balikpapan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,400, select.
Balikpapan.R 1,423 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Jul.One-way flight with Super Air Jet.Outbound direct flight with Super Air Jet departs from Soekarno-Hatta on Thu, 23 Jul, arriving in Balikpapan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,423, select.
Balikpapan.R 1,429 per passenger.Departing Thu, 9 Apr.One-way flight with Super Air Jet.Outbound direct flight with Super Air Jet departs from Soekarno-Hatta on Thu, 9 Apr, arriving in Balikpapan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,429, select.
Balikpapan.R 1,429 per passenger.Departing Sun, 2 Aug.One-way flight with Super Air Jet.Outbound direct flight with Super Air Jet departs from Soekarno-Hatta on Sun, 2 Aug, arriving in Balikpapan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,429, select.
Balikpapan.R 1,448 per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 May.One-way flight with Super Air Jet.Outbound direct flight with Super Air Jet departs from Soekarno-Hatta on Thu, 14 May, arriving in Balikpapan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,448, select.
Balikpapan.R 1,714 per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 Oct.One-way flight with Super Air Jet.Outbound direct flight with Super Air Jet departs from Soekarno-Hatta on Sat, 10 Oct, arriving in Balikpapan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,714, select.
Balikpapan.R 1,728 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Sep.One-way flight with Super Air Jet.Outbound direct flight with Super Air Jet departs from Soekarno-Hatta on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Balikpapan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,728, select.
Balikpapan.R 2,969 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Dec.One-way flight with Citilink.Outbound indirect flight with Citilink, departs from Halim Perdana Kusuma on Fri, 18 Dec, arriving in Balikpapan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,969, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Jakarta to Balikpapan

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Jakarta to Balikpapan flights are currently cheapest in March.
Mar
from R 1,028
Apr
from R 1,429
May
from R 1,448
Jun
from R 1,400
Jul
from R 1,423
Aug
from R 1,429
Sep
from R 1,728
Oct
from R 1,714
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Dec
from R 2,969
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Direct flights from Jakarta to Balikpapan

Jakarta to Balikpapan: Alternative routes

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Balikpapan

8km from central Balikpapan
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Jakarta to Balikpapan: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,028
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time2 hrs, 15 mins
Most popular airlineSuper Air Jet
Average flights per week356

Finding cheap flights from Jakarta to Balikpapan: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Jakarta to Balikpapan is R 2,324. 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.
2 hours and 15 minutes is the average flight time from Jakarta to Balikpapan.
Super Air Jet, Garuda Indonesia and Citilink fly direct from Jakarta to Balikpapan.
As of March 2026, there are 178 flights per week flying from Jakarta to Balikpapan.
The cheapest month to fly from Jakarta to Balikpapan is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Jakarta to Balikpapan Airport on Friday, 20 March 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 15 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 Balikpapan 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 Balikpapan is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Balikpapan is Super Air Jet .

Flying from Jakarta to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport (BPN): What you need to know

  • Start your travels 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 Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport (BPN) taking off from either of these.

  • Book a direct Jakarta to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 2 hours 15 minutes.

  • The timezone in Balikpapan is UTC+8, which is one hour ahead of Jakarta. Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport is located in Balikpapan.

  • Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport (BPN) is the most popular route. There are 97 direct weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, hop on the last flight with Super Air Jet at 6:10pm. Choose the first CGK to BPN departure operated by Super Air Jet at 5am if you'd rather not wait around.

  • For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Jakarta to BPN.

  • Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stay on schedule.

Airports in Jakarta

Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)

  • Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Jakarta to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport (BPN) depart from this terminal.

  • Direct flights from Jakarta to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport are offered by a good selection of airlines at CGK. Book your seat with any of these:

  • The majority of passengers choose to fly with Garuda Indonesia from CGK to BPN.

  • With 66.98% of its services arriving as planned, Garuda Indonesia is the highest-rated carrier for punctuality on this route.

  • CGK is around 32 kilometres from central Jakarta. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Jakarta to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near Soekarno-Hatta International Airport:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, 73.0% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP)

  • Consider flying out of Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP). You can book a direct Jakarta to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport (BPN) plane ticket with departures from here.

  • From HLP, direct flights from Jakarta to BPN are available with Batik Air.

  • Batik Air has the largest share of bookings on the HLP to BPN route.

  • You can arrive at HLP from central Jakarta in approximately 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 14 kilometres or so.

  • Flying out early in the morning? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Halim Perdanakusuma Airport the day before your Jakarta to BPN flight:

About Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport (BPN)

How to find the cheapest flights from Jakarta to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport (BPN)

  • Right now, R 1,028 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Jakarta to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 2,324. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To pick up cheap flights from Jakarta to BPN, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.

  • If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your Jakarta to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport ticket.

  • Finding a cheap plane ticket from Jakarta to BPN couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a better deal is available.

  • Nail down a great price on a flight from Jakarta to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'

The best time to fly from Jakarta to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport (BPN)

  • Picture the kind of break you want when planning the timing of your trip. February is the quietest month to go to Balikpapan. August is when most people book flights from Jakarta to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport (BPN), which may be perfect if you're after more excitement.

  • When booking your Jakarta to BPN plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Balikpapan, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • January has temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Jakarta to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Balikpapan

Explore more of Indonesia

  • Bontang is just one of the many places in Indonesia waiting to be discovered once you've seen Balikpapan. Around 177 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Mangrove Board Walk, Beras Basah Beach and Masjid Al Aqsha.

  • If you want to check out another side of Indonesia, head for Barabai, roughly 225 kilometres south-west of Balikpapan. Masjid Al-Munawwarah Pajukungan, Masjid Shulaha and Mesjid Al Magfirah Batali are the start of reasons to visit.

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