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.
