Flights are limited. Susi Air has operated small-aircraft services to Kualanamu in Medan on a few days a week. Check the latest schedule before you travel.

How long is the flight from Medan to Syekh Hamzah Fansyuri Airport?

The flight takes under an hour. The same trip overland takes several hours.

What are the airport codes for Syekh Hamzah Fansyuri Airport?

Its IATA code is FSH and its ICAO code is WIMI.

What is the baggage allowance for flights to Syekh Hamzah Fansyuri Airport?

Small aircraft on this route have tight weight limits. Check your allowance with the airline and pack light.

How do I get from Syekh Hamzah Fansyuri Airport to Singkil town?

Arrange a hotel pick-up or a local driver in advance, as public transport at the airport is very limited.

Can I reach the Banyak Islands via Syekh Hamzah Fansyuri Airport?

Yes. Fly into Singkil, then take a boat from the Singkil harbour area to the Banyak Islands. Local operators arrange these trips.

How can I keep track of flights to Syekh Hamzah Fansyuri Airport?

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Syekh Hamzah Fansyuri Airport, Singkil

What to know about Syekh Hamzah Fansyuri Airport

Syekh Hamzah Fansyuri Airport is the airport for Singkil in Aceh Singkil Regency, on the west coast of Aceh province in Indonesia. It is a small, government-owned regional airport with the IATA code FSH and the ICAO code WIMI. The name honours Hamzah Fansuri, a Sufi poet associated with this part of Sumatra.

Location near Singkil

The airport is in the North Singkil (Singkil Utara) area, close to Singkil town and the coast. Road transfers are short, but public transport is sparse, so plan your pick-up in advance.

Flights at Singkil: limited service

Passenger flights here are limited. Small-aircraft services run by Susi Air have connected Singkil with Kualanamu International Airport in Medan on a few days a week, and the timetable has changed several times. Check the latest schedule with the airline before you plan, and keep a road option in mind.

Terminal and runway at Singkil airport

Expect a compact terminal with only basic services. The single asphalt runway is about 1,950 metres long and sits almost at sea level. There are few shops or food stalls, so bring what you need.

Getting to and from Singkil airport

Hotel or local driver pick-up: the most reliable way to leave the airport.
Private car: useful if you are continuing along the coast.
Overland from Medan: the road journey takes several hours, compared with well under an hour by air.

Around Aceh Singkil

Singkil is the mainland jumping-off point for the Banyak Islands, a cluster of small islands known for clear water and quiet beaches. Boats leave from the Singkil harbour area, and trips are best arranged through local operators.

Travel tips for Singkil

Flights on small aircraft carry strict baggage limits, so pack light. Confirm your flight a day before departure, as regional services can be rescheduled at short notice.

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