Cheap flights to Pontianak
The city's main aviation hub is Supadio International Airport, located 15 kilometers from central Pontianak. The route network includes 11 destinations, providing reliable connections to key regions of Indonesia and neighboring countries. Most flights arrive from Jakarta (267 flights per week), Ketapang (76 flights), and Surabaya (49 flights), as well as the Malaysian cities of Kuala Lumpur and Kuching.
Regular flights are provided by 10 airlines offering various flight options for tourists and business travelers. The majority of flights are operated by Super Air Jet, Wings Air, and Lion Airlines. Below on this page, you can find cards for departure cities with a convenient ticket search, and information about the weather and tips on how to get there will help you prepare for your trip.

Kuching — Pontianak

Kuala Lumpur — Pontianak

Jakarta — Pontianak

Ketapang — Pontianak

Batam — Pontianak

Surabaya — Pontianak

Yogyakarta — Pontianak

Semarang — Pontianak

Balikpapan — Pontianak

Denpasar — Pontianak

Makassar — Pontianak
Flight insights to Pontianak
Data-driven trends for direct flights to Pontianak — how often airlines fly, where passengers come from, and typical fares and flight times.
Most frequent departure cities
The most frequent direct routes to Pontianak come from Jakarta, Ketapang and Surabaya. Jakarta leads with around 267 flights a week.
- Jakarta267 flights/week
- Ketapang76 flights/week
- Surabaya49 flights/week
- Kuala Lumpur21 flights/week
- Kuching16 flights/week
Direct routes & fares
Popular non-stop routes to Pontianak range from Kuching at $49 to Surabaya at $89 — a quick way to compare direct-flight fares.
- Jakartafrom $70
- Ketapangfrom $76
- Surabayafrom $89
- Kuala Lumpurfrom $62
- Kuchingfrom $49
Cheapest departure cities
The cheapest places to fly to Pontianak from right now are Kuching from $49, Kuala Lumpur from $62 and Jakarta from $70.
- Kuchingfrom $49
- Kuala Lumpurfrom $62
- Jakartafrom $70
- Batamfrom $71
- Ketapangfrom $76
Longest direct flights
The longest direct flight to Pontianak is from Newcastle at about 7h 52m, followed by Gold Coast (7h 42m) and Ternate (3h 4m).
- Newcastle7h 52m
- Gold Coast7h 42m
- Ternate3h 4m
- Pattaya2h 42m
- Banda Aceh2h 39m
Popular departure cities to Pontianak
Frequently asked questions
- How many cities offer flights to Pontianak?
- Currently, there are direct flights to Pontianak from 11 cities. Most routes connect the city with other regions of Indonesia, but international flights from Malaysia are also available.
- Which cities have the most flights to Pontianak?
- The highest number of flights arrives from Jakarta — 267 departures weekly. Other popular destinations include Ketapang (76 flights), Surabaya (49 flights), Kuala Lumpur (21 flights), and Kuching (16 flights).
- How many airlines fly to Pontianak?
- Air service is provided by 10 carriers. The leaders in the number of flights are Super Air Jet, Wings Air, and Lion Airlines, while Citilink and Garuda also operate regular flights.
- Which airports accept flights to Pontianak?
- The main and only air gateway to the city is Supadio International Airport (PNK). The airport is located 15 kilometers from the center, allowing for a quick drive to major city landmarks.
- How can I find cheap tickets to Pontianak?
- To find the best deals, use the list of departure cities on this page. We recommend checking tickets from AirAsia and Citilink, and planning your trip in advance to access budget fares.