Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman Sepinggan International Airport
Airport Airport
Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman Sepinggan International Airport (BPN) is the main airport for Balikpapan and East Kalimantan, Indonesia, handling domestic flights across the country and a number of international services. Passenger traffic is significant for the region, serving business and tourism travel.
The airport is organized around a single passenger terminal with landside check-in and arrivals and an airside concourse serving gates; services are concentrated in the main terminal hall and adjacent parking/rental car areas.
Terminal Guide for Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman Sepinggan International Airport #
One main passenger terminal handles both domestic and international flights; check-in counters, security and baggage claim are located landside and gates are accessed via a single airside concourse. Airline and ground transport desks are grouped in the arrivals hall.
Getting to and From Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman Sepinggan International Airport #
Travel time to central Balikpapan is typically 20-40 minutes by car depending on traffic and where you are staying.
- Taxi/transfers: Taxis and hotel-arranged transfers are common; agree fares in advance or use metered taxis where available.
- Ride-share: App-based ride-hailing services (Grab/Gojek) operate in many Indonesian cities; availability at the airport can vary.
- Car hire: Rental cars are available at the terminal; book ahead during busy periods.
- Buses/shuttles: Limited scheduled public-bus service to the city-private shuttles are more common for hotel transfers.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman Sepinggan International Airport #
Facilities at the terminal include basic retail and dining focused on regional travelers.
- Lounges: Airline or paid lounges may be available; check with your carrier for access options.
- Food & drink: Cafés and quick-service restaurants are available landside and airside.
- Wi‑Fi & charging: Free or limited-time Wi‑Fi is commonly available; charging points located in gate areas.
- Luggage & services: Rental-car counters and basic passenger assistance services; limited left-luggage options.
- Accessibility: Accessible facilities are available; request assistance in advance if required.
Tips for Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman Sepinggan International Airport #
- If traveling to Balikpapan city or nearby destinations, prebook a hotel transfer-taxis are common but rates vary.
- Domestic check-in lines can be busy during peak hours; arrive with boarding documents ready to speed the process.
- Transport to the city is straightforward by taxi or ride-hailing apps where available-agree fares before you travel if meters are not in use.
Weather & Climate near Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman Sepinggan International Airport #
Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman Sepinggan International Airport's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 23°C to 32°C. Heavy rainfall (2567 mm/year), wettest in January.
January
January is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (255 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (223 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (236 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (241 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (230 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (223 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (187 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (206 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (149 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is the hottest month, feeling like 33°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (170 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (200 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (247 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
