On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets for the route from Balikpapan to Palu. The distance between the cities is 339 km, and direct air service is provided approximately 2 times a week.
The main carrier on this route is IW. Fares are dynamic, so we recommend using the price chart to choose the best offer. Information is also available here on how to get to Balikpapan Airport and how to get from Palu Airport upon arrival.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Balikpapan — Palu by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 492 in b, and the most expensive are around AED 1,069 in ,. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Balikpapan → Palu, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 372 | low | May | AED 430 | medium | Sep | AED 411 | medium |
| Feb | AED 352 | low | Jun | AED 509 | high | Oct | AED 372 | low |
| Mar | AED 362 | low | Jul | AED 509 | high | Nov | AED 372 | low |
| Apr | AED 489 | high | Aug | AED 450 | medium | Dec | AED 528 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Palu remains consistently hot throughout the year, with peak temperatures recorded in April. June is the rainiest month, seeing significant rainfall, while the driest periods occur in December and January.
From a budget perspective, November is considered the most cost-effective time to fly, with tickets starting AED 492. Peak prices are observed in July, when the minimum fare increases to AED 1,053.
An ideal compromise between price and weather conditions is September: a flight will cost AED 503. There are no periods of extreme cold here, although you should expect the most intense tropical downpours in June and September.
Regular air service between these cities is provided by IW (Wings Air). It is the primary carrier operating direct flights on this route with a frequency of approximately 2 flights per week. You can review the detailed schedule, exact departure times, and ticket availability for specific dates in the list below by selecting the card of the airline you are interested in.
Flights Balikpapan — Palu depart from Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport and arrive at Mutiara Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
With a distance of 339 km, a direct flight takes about 45–60 minutes. The total time may vary slightly depending on airline regulations and weather conditions.
Regular flights between the cities are operated by IW (Wings Air). It is the key carrier providing connectivity between these regions of Indonesia.
Yes, the cities are connected by direct non-stop flights. The flight frequency is approximately 2 times a week.
Flight prices change constantly based on demand. You can find the current minimum and monthly prices in the low-price calendar on this page.
All flights on this route arrive at Mutiara SIS Al-Jufri Airport (PLW), located directly in the city of Palu.
The most affordable fares are usually offered for flights in September and November. It is recommended to plan your purchase in advance to secure tickets at the lowest rate.
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