Cheap flights from Balikpapan (BPN)

East Kalimantan's oil-and-gas hub on Borneo's east coast

Sepinggan International Airport sits about 10 km east of Balikpapan in East Kalimantan, serving the country's main oil and gas industry hub. The modern terminal handles flights from Garuda Indonesia, Batik Air, Lion Air, Citilink and Super Air Jet to Jakarta (CGK), Surabaya (SUB), Makassar (UPG) and other Indonesian cities. It also connects regional Kalimantan towns.

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Airlines flying from Balikpapan (BPN)

Major carriers: Garuda Indonesia, Batik Air, Lion Air, Citilink. Low-cost carriers: Lion Air, Citilink, Super Air Jet, AirAsia.

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines operate at Balikpapan Sepinggan Airport?
Garuda Indonesia, Batik Air, Lion Air, Citilink and Super Air Jet run frequent domestic services from BPN. AirAsia has historically operated regional routes too. Flightmussy compares all carriers in one free search and shows the cheapest week to fly via the 12-month fare heatmap.
How far is Sepinggan Airport from Balikpapan city?
Sepinggan International Airport is around 10 km east of central Balikpapan, with a drive of about 20-30 minutes depending on traffic. Taxis and ride-hailing apps both serve the airport. Flightmussy's free flight search has no signup wall and lists all available connections.
Are there direct flights from Balikpapan to Bali?
Yes, Garuda Indonesia, Batik Air and Lion Air typically operate direct BPN-DPS services. Frequencies vary seasonally and during Indonesian holidays. Flightmussy shows direct vs connecting options side-by-side and surfaces the cheapest dates across a full year, free and without signup.
Can I pay for flights from Balikpapan with crypto?
Yes, via Flightmussy's Travala integration you can pay for many flights with Bitcoin, USDT and other crypto. The same fare comparison applies whether you pay with card or crypto. Flightmussy itself is free to use and never asks for a signup.

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