Sepang to Balikpapan (KUL–BPN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
KUL–BPN is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. AirAsia and Malaysia Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,085 miles in approximately 2h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 11 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AK AirAsia | 4 | 320 | 2h55 | – | – | – |
| MH Malaysia Airlines | 2 | 73H | 3h10 | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Balikpapan from Sepang
| Metric | KUL→BPN | SIN→BPN |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from KUL | – | 185 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 6 | 4 |
| Flight time | 2h 55m | 2h 40m |
Travel Essentials
KUL: +08 · BPN: WITA
When it's 6:00 PM in Sepang, it's 6:00 PM in Balikpapan.
Malaysian passport holders enter Indonesia visa-free for up to 30 days. This applies to tourism and family visits only. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. The visa-free stay cannot be extended. For longer visits, a Visa on Arrival (VOA) can be purchased at the airport instead, which allows a 30-day extension.
KLIA Ekspres train runs non-stop from KL Sentral to KLIA in 28 minutes (RM55 one-way). KLIA Transit (slightly slower, RM55, stops at three intermediate stations) also serves the airport. Both run from 5am to midnight, every 15–20 minutes. Road from central KL takes 45–90 minutes depending on traffic.
The airport is 50km south of central KL. Taxis and Grab from the city cost RM50–80. Budget Terminal KLIA2 (AirAsia hub) is a separate building served by the same rail link.
KUL–BPN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from KUL to BPN
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman Sepinggan International Airport (BPN) are connected by nonstop service from AirAsia and Malaysia Airlines. With 6 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
KUL to BPN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from KUL to BPN ranges from 2 hours 55 minutes to 3 hours 10 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,085 miles (1,746 km). There are approximately 6 weekly flights outbound and 6 return, totaling 12 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
11 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 9 hours via BDJ. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Singapore (SIN).