Singapore to Balikpapan (SIN–BPN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Singapore to Balikpapan
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
909 mi 5 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between SIN and BPN, connecting options are available through 5 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for SIN to BPN.
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One-Stop Connections
5
Hubs
~8h
Fastest
~20h
Longest
BWN ~8h 45m SUB ~17h 25m KUL ~18h 24m CGK ~18h 35m DPS ~20h 5m
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Two-Stop Connections
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Alternatives

Other ways to reach Balikpapan from Singapore

Nearby airports with service to Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman Sepinggan International Airport.
Metric SIN→BPN BTH→BPN KUL→BPN
Distance from SIN – 18 mi 185 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1 2
Weekly flights 0 3 6
Batam (BTH) to Balikpapan flights · Sepang (KUL) to Balikpapan flights
Airports within 200 miles of SIN with service to Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman Sepinggan International Airport.
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Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Balikpapan is 0 hours the same as Singapore.
SIN: +08 · BPN: WITA

When it's 6:00 PM in Singapore, it's 6:00 PM in Balikpapan.
Distance & Flight Time
909 mi / 1,464 km
Visa & Entry

Singaporean passport holders enter Indonesia visa-free for stays up to 30 days under the ASEAN agreement. This applies at all major entry points. The visa-free stay cannot be extended. For longer visits, purchase a Visa on Arrival (USD 35) at the airport, which allows a 30-day extension. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to SIN

MRT East West Line (Changi Airport branch) connects the airport to the city in 30–45 minutes from City Hall or Raffles Place (S$2.20–2.50 with EZ-Link). Trains run from 5:31am to 11:18pm (T1/T2/T3). Terminal 4 is served by a dedicated shuttle bus from T2.Taxis from Orchard Road cost S$20–35 and take 20–30 minutes. Grab is widely used and slightly cheaper. Airport surcharges apply for taxis departing from the city to the airport (S$3–5 depending on peak hours). The trip is short; Singapore's island geography keeps distances manageable.

Facts

SIN–BPN Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Singapore to Balikpapan route.
Route details
Distance909 mi / 1,464 km
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections5 hubs
Origin: SIN
Full nameSingapore Changi Airport
IATA / ICAOSIN / WSSS
TimezoneAsia/Singapore
Passengers/yr67.7M
Elevation22 ft / 7 m
Destination: BPN
Full nameSultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman Sepinggan International Airport
IATA / ICAOBPN / WALL
TimezoneAsia/Makassar
Elevation12 ft / 4 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about SIN to BPN flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through BWN, SUB, KUL, CGK and DPS. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from BPN to SIN are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include BTH and KUL. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.
Block time is about 2 hours 30 minutes on the 1,500 km sector. The flight crosses the South China Sea and the Java Sea before arriving in East Kalimantan on Borneo. Balikpapan sits on the Makassar Strait coast.
Garuda Indonesia and Scoot have operated this route. Garuda typically uses 737-800 equipment. Frequency is limited, often a few flights per week. Some services may route through Jakarta. Check whether your flight is nonstop or has a stop in Java. Lion Air and Batik Air also connect the cities via Jakarta.
Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman Sepinggan Airport (BPN) is a modern facility that handles both domestic and international flights. The terminal was expanded in recent years. It is the main gateway to East Kalimantan's oil and gas industry. The airport is about 10 km from central Balikpapan. Taxis and ride-hailing apps like Grab operate from arrivals.
Indonesia's new capital, Nusantara, is being built about 100 km north of Balikpapan in East Kalimantan. BPN is the closest major airport to the construction site. As Nusantara develops, Balikpapan is expected to see increased passenger traffic. The drive from BPN to the Nusantara site takes about 2 hours on current roads.
Most nationalities can get a visa on arrival (VOA) at BPN for IDR 500,000 (about USD 30) for 30 days. Singapore passport holders get 30 days visa-free. The VOA is extendable once for another 30 days at a local immigration office. Make sure your passport has at least 6 months validity.

Singapore to Balikpapan

SIN-BPN covers 1,500 km across the South China Sea to East Kalimantan in about 2 hours 30 minutes. Garuda Indonesia and Scoot have served the route, with frequency varying from a few weekly flights to daily during peak demand. Balikpapan is the commercial hub of East Kalimantan, driven by the oil and gas industry and timber exports. The city also serves as the closest air gateway to Nusantara, Indonesia's new capital under construction about 100 km to the north.

Singapore Changi Airport needs no introduction as a global connecting hub. Balikpapan's Sepinggan Airport is a modern facility that has been expanded to handle increased traffic. The route carries business travelers serving the energy sector, construction workers heading to the new capital project, and leisure passengers exploring Borneo. Connections from BPN to other Kalimantan cities and across Indonesia are available on Garuda, Lion Air, and Batik Air.