Batam Palembang Flight

Flights from Batam to Palembang

Palembang's Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport (PLM) is served from Batam by Lion Air and Citilink. Exact frequency is not confirmed — check with the airline or a booking platform such as Traveloka or Tiket.com for current schedules. Block time is approximately 1 hour 20–30 minutes.

Palembang is one of Indonesia's oldest cities and the capital of South Sumatra province. Known for its iconic Ampera Bridge over the Musi River, the city is also famous for its cuisine — particularly pempek (fish cake), a dish that originates here. For travellers using Batam as a domestic hub, this is one of the shorter Sumatran hops from Hang Nadim.

Fares shown are indicative; current prices may differ — check with the airline for the latest fares.

Getting to Hang Nadim Airport

Hang Nadim International Airport (BTH) sits in the Nongsa district in northeast Batam. From Batam Centre ferry terminal, allow 25–45 minutes by Grab (approx. SGD 6–11). From Nongsapura (Nongsa terminal), the airport is only 10–20 minutes by Grab (approx. SGD 3–6).

Arrive at least 1.5–2 hours before departure for domestic check-in.

Ferry-to-Flight Transfer from Singapore

Allow at least 3.5 hours from your ferry departure in Singapore to your flight departure at BTH on a normal weekday. Budget 4.5–5 hours during public holidays or peak traffic. There is no interline baggage between the ferry and the airline — collect all bags at the Batam ferry terminal and recheck at the airport.