Travelling from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport (PLM): what you need to know
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your DEL to PLM flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to discover a new city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' King Abdulaziz International Airport is a well-known stop between DEL and PLM.
How to find the cheapest flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport (PLM)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Indira Gandhi International Airport to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport flight is R 2,672. A return plane ticket is currently R 6,754. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from DEL to PLM. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when looking for your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from DEL to PLM by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport.
Handy information about Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Of all flights leaving Indira Gandhi International Airport, 67.17% touch down on time at their destination.
Central New Delhi to Indira Gandhi International Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near DEL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport (PLM)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Indira Gandhi International Airport to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PLM instead:
Pick up a Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport rental car and explore corners of Palembang that aren't on every traveller's list. Book your wheels with TRAC Astra Rent A Car.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport around one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport (PLM) to central Palembang
From Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport, Palembang is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
When to fly to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport (PLM)
July is the most popular month for flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Palembang in February.
Book your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport for September if you'd like to go to Palembang during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from DEL to PLM in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF) on average.
Explore more of Indonesia
Palembang has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Indonesia just waiting to be explored. Around 434 kilometres south-east of Palembang, a trip to Bekasi will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like TUGU BEKASI JAKARTA TENGGARA, Hutan Kota Bekasi and Taman Putri.
Around 418 kilometres south-east of Palembang, Tangerang is another essential stop in Indonesia. Experience major highlights starting with Rumah Bidara, Kurnia alam and Pemancingan Bang Mul Jangkung (BMJ).
