On this page, you can find and book flights from Palangkaraya to Balikpapan. The distance between the cities is 344 km, with direct flights operating approximately 3 times a week.
Regular flights are operated by IW. Ticket prices depend on the booking date, so we recommend using the low-price calendar to find the best deals. Also, check out the tips on how to get to the airport for departure and how to leave the airport upon arrival.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Palangkaraya — Balikpapan by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 384 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 1,195 in a. 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.
Palangkaraya → Balikpapan, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 518 | high | May | AED 494 | high | Sep | AED 447 | medium |
| Feb | AED 424 | low | Jun | AED 518 | high | Oct | AED 424 | low |
| Mar | AED 424 | low | Jul | AED 518 | high | Nov | AED 424 | low |
| Apr | AED 447 | medium | Aug | AED 471 | medium | Dec | AED 541 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The weather in Balikpapan remains consistently hot year-round, with average highs around 30°C. The heaviest rainfall occurs in March and November, with wet days reaching up to 29 per month, while August and September are considered the driest months.
May is the most budget-friendly month to fly, with ticket prices starting AED 425. In August, prices remain affordable — AED 427, while February sees a price peak with offers starting AED 1,195.
The best time for your trip is August, which combines relatively low airfares with minimal rainfall. It is advisable to avoid flying in February due to a significant increase in ticket costs.
Regular passenger service on this route is provided by Wings Air (IW). Direct flights between the cities operate approximately 3 times a week, ensuring reliable regional connectivity. Detailed information regarding departure times, days of the week, and specific routing options can be found in the interactive list below; simply click on the airline card to view more details.
Flights Palangkaraya — Balikpapan depart from Tjilik Riwut Airport and arrive at Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is about 344 km. A direct flight on a regional aircraft typically takes between 45 and 60 minutes, making it the fastest way to travel between these destinations.
The primary carrier operating regular flights on this Indonesian route is IW (Wings Air).
Airfares change daily based on demand. You can check the current lowest price in the low-price calendar on this page.
Flights from Palangkaraya arrive at Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman International Airport (BPN), which serves Balikpapan.
To find the best deals, we recommend monitoring prices 2–4 weeks before your planned departure date using the price dynamic tools on our website.
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