On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets for the Balikpapan — Tarakan route. Flights between these Indonesian cities cover a distance of 511 km, with approximately 11 flights per week.
Regular flights are provided by IU and QG airlines. Ticket prices are dynamic, so we recommend using the low-price calendar to find the best deals. To help plan your trip, instructions are also available on how to get to Balikpapan Airport and how to travel from Tarakan Airport to the city.
The table shows direct flights Balikpapan → Tarakan on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 10 min. Regular flights are operated by Super Air Jet and Citilink. Departures from Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport airports, arrivals at Juwata International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Balikpapan — Tarakan by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 278 in e, and the most expensive are around AED 340 in n. 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 → Tarakan, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 224 | medium | May | AED 205 | low | Sep | AED 210 | low |
| Feb | AED 210 | low | Jun | AED 233 | high | Oct | AED 210 | low |
| Mar | AED 210 | low | Jul | AED 242 | high | Nov | AED 219 | medium |
| Apr | AED 219 | medium | Aug | AED 233 | high | Dec | AED 251 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Tarakan is characterized by consistently high temperatures throughout the year, peaking at 29.3°C in May and October. The rainiest period is December, when up to 341.88 mm of precipitation occurs, and the number of wet days reaches 30 per month.
The most budget-friendly month for a flight is October, when ticket prices start AED 278. Peak price levels are recorded in March: during this period, the minimum fare starts AED 340. In the summer months, such as August, a flight will cost an average of AED 292.
For the optimal balance between weather and travel costs, consider September, when prices remain at AED 287. It is recommended to avoid traveling in November and December due to the maximum rainfall in the region.
Regular air service on this route is provided by two airlines, with the leading carriers being Super Air Jet (IU) and Citilink (QG). Direct flights are operated on this route, providing a fast connection between the regions. You can view the detailed schedule by day of the week and baggage allowance in the airline cards presented below.
Flights Balikpapan — Tarakan depart from Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport and arrive at Juwata International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
A direct flight covering a distance of 511 km takes approximately 45–60 minutes. Travel time may vary slightly depending on the airline's aircraft type.
Regular flights between the cities are operated by Super Air Jet (IU) and Citilink (QG). In total, there are about 11 flights per week on this route.
Yes, most flights on this route are direct, allowing you to reach your destination as quickly as possible without layovers at other Indonesian airports.
Flight costs depend on the season and how far in advance you book. The current minimum for your dates can be found in the low-price calendar on this page.
All flights on this route arrive at Tarakan Airport (TRK), which serves the island of the same name in the North Kalimantan province.
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