Flights from Jakarta to Balikpapan
Fares, airlines, flight time and both airports for CGK–BPN.
Route snapshot: Jakarta to Balikpapan
Jakarta (CGK) to Balikpapan (BPN) is 1,258 km, about 2h 4m flying nonstop. Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on this route include Super Air Jet, Garuda Indonesia and Citilink. The lowest one-way fare seen recently was $81 with Super Air Jet (nonstop), departing 12 Sept 2026 — as of 11 Sept 2026.
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Fares seen
The lowest one-way fare seen was $81 with Super Air Jet (nonstop), departing 12 Sept 2026. Checked 11 Sept 2026 — fares move daily.
Seasonality
Balikpapan has year-round travel demand, so fare differences often depend more on booking window and airline competition than on one single peak season.
Who flies it
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares here include Super Air Jet, Garuda Indonesia and Citilink. More carriers may sell it with a connection.
Airlines flying Jakarta to Balikpapan
Carriers on CGK–BPN according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 11 Sept 2026. Not a complete list.
Jakarta–Balikpapan route intelligence
Updated analysis of the CGK–BPN corridor — distance, fares, timing, and connecting options.
Route profile
Jakarta (CGK) to Balikpapan (BPN) is a short-haul / regional corridor spanning approximately 1,258 km, with typical block time around 2h 15m. Published fares cluster between $150 and $450 in economy. Medium-haul.
Best time to book
For regional routes under 1,500 km, fares are typically softest 3-5 weeks out. Last-minute deals are common on this corridor.
Demand-spike calendar: Lebaran/Eid al-Fitr is the largest demand spike — domestic Indonesian flights can triple in price for the 10 days surrounding it. Western and Chinese New Year holidays also matter for Bali-bound traffic.
Visa & arrival
Passport-validity and visa requirements differ between Indonesia and — most arriving travellers need at least six months of remaining passport validity. Check AirConnect's visa checker for your nationality before booking, especially if you plan to connect through a third country en route.
Direct & Connecting Flights
Nonstop flights link Jakarta (CGK) and Balikpapan (BPN), taking about 2h 4m. Connecting itineraries can be cheaper but take longer.
Fares & Price Guide
The lowest one-way fare seen on CGK–BPN was $81 USD (nonstop) as of 11 Sept 2026. Set a fare alert to be told when it drops.
About Balikpapan
Flights arrive at Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman Sepinggan International Airport (BPN). See the destination guide for hotels, visa requirements and travel tips.
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