Cheap flights to Palu
Palu is connected to major regional centers by air via the city's only airport — Mutiara Airport, which is located just 4 kilometers from the center. Travelers can choose a suitable flight from 5 popular destinations, among which Jakarta leads in flight frequency with 64 flights per week. Regular service is also established with cities such as Surabaya (19 flights), Makassar (10 flights), and Balikpapan.
A total of 7 airlines operate flights to this region, ensuring stable transport accessibility to Indonesia. The largest carriers on this route are Lion Airlines, Citilink, and Garuda, offering the greatest number of flight options. Below on the page, departure city cards with a search form are presented to help you finalize your route.

Makassar — Palu

Jakarta — Palu

Balikpapan — Palu
Flight insights to Palu
Data-driven trends for direct flights to Palu — how often airlines fly, where passengers come from, and typical fares and flight times.
Most frequent departure cities
The most frequent direct routes to Palu come from Jakarta, Surabaya and Makassar. Jakarta leads with around 64 flights a week.
- Jakarta64 flights/week
- Surabaya19 flights/week
- Makassar10 flights/week
- Balikpapan6 flights/week
- Luwuk2 flights/week
Direct routes & fares
Popular non-stop routes to Palu range from Makassar at $67 to Surabaya at $112 — a quick way to compare direct-flight fares.
- Jakartafrom $103
- Surabayafrom $112
- Makassarfrom $67
- Balikpapanfrom $108
- Luwukfrom $95
Cheapest departure cities
The cheapest places to fly to Palu from right now are Makassar from $67, Luwuk from $95 and Jakarta from $103.
- Makassarfrom $67
- Luwukfrom $95
- Jakartafrom $103
- Balikpapanfrom $108
- Surabayafrom $112
Longest direct flights
The longest direct flight to Palu is from Merauke at about 3h 37m, followed by Sentani (3h 27m) and Bengkulu (3h 3m).
- Merauke3h 37m
- Sentani3h 27m
- Bengkulu3h 3m
- Tembagapura3h
- Jambi2h 59m
Popular departure cities to Palu
Frequently asked questions
- How many cities offer flights to Palu?
- Currently, direct flights to Palu are operated from 5 different cities. The main routes connect the city with the largest transport and administrative centers of Indonesia.
- Which cities have the most frequent flights to Palu?
- The leader in the number of flights is Jakarta — 64 departures weekly. Other popular departure points include Surabaya (19 flights per week) and Makassar (10 flights).
- How many airlines fly to Palu?
- Air service to the city is provided by 7 airlines. The leaders in passenger volume are Lion Airlines, Citilink, and Garuda.
- Which airports receive flights to Palu?
- The city's main aviation hub is Mutiara Airport (PLW). It is located in the immediate vicinity of the city limits, just 4 kilometers from the center.
- How can I find cheap tickets to Palu?
- To find great deals, we recommend checking flights from companies such as Super Air Jet and Wings Air. Usually, the most favorable fares are available when booking in advance or by choosing flights from major aviation hubs.