About Raja Haji Fisabilillah Airport

Raja Haji Fisabilillah Airport (TNJ) is the airport for Tanjung Pinang, the capital of Indonesia's Riau Islands Province, on Bintan Island. Most of its traffic is domestic, with Jakarta as the main link. The airport is named after Raja Haji Fisabilillah, an eighteenth-century Bugis-Malay leader who fought Dutch colonial rule and is honoured as a National Hero of Indonesia.

Location and Distance to Tanjung Pinang

The airport is on the outskirts of Tanjung Pinang, a short drive from the city centre. That makes it convenient for travellers staying in town or heading to the harbour for boats to nearby islands. Resorts on Bintan's north coast are farther away, so plan for a longer road transfer if you are staying there.

Terminal and Facilities at Raja Haji Fisabilillah

The passenger terminal has a jet bridge and a design that draws on Malay architecture. The runway can handle narrow-body jets of the kind flown on the Jakarta route. The airport also shares its site with Indonesian Navy and Air Force facilities.

Airlines and Routes from Tanjung Pinang

Batik Air and Citilink fly between Tanjung Pinang and Jakarta, the route most passengers use. Smaller aircraft also connect the airport with other parts of the Riau Islands. For many other destinations you will connect in Jakarta. Search your dates to see current flights.

Getting from the Airport into Tanjung Pinang

Taxis and ride-hailing cars are the usual way into town. Car hire with a driver is common for trips around Bintan. There is no rail link, and public buses from the airport are limited, so a car is the practical choice.

What to See Around Tanjung Pinang

A short boat ride from the Tanjung Pinang waterfront takes you to Penyengat Island, a historic centre of Malay culture with its yellow Sultan Riau Mosque. In town, the old market streets and waterfront food stalls give a feel for local life. Beach resorts line other parts of Bintan, and ferries from the city's port link it with Batam and other islands.

Tips for Flying from Raja Haji Fisabilillah

• If you are combining a flight with a ferry, leave plenty of time between them.
• Allow for a longer transfer if your hotel is on the far side of Bintan.
• Check your airline's latest timetable, as flight times can shift.

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