Singkawang Airport Overview

Singkawang Airport (SKJ) is a domestic airport serving the city of Singkawang in West Kalimantan, Indonesia. It also serves the neighbouring regencies of Bengkayang and Sambas, an area often grouped together as Singbebas. Before it opened, travellers from this part of the province usually flew in and out of Pontianak.

Location of Singkawang Airport

The airport is in Pangmilang, in the South Singkawang district, to the south of the city centre. Its position works for city visitors as well as for residents of the surrounding regencies.

Runway and Terminal at Singkawang Airport

A 2,000 m runway lets the airport handle narrow-body jets such as the Airbus A320. The passenger terminal covers around 8,000 square metres, which gives plenty of space for its current number of flights. Facilities are geared to domestic travellers, with check-in counters, waiting areas and basic services.

Airlines and Routes from Singkawang

Two airlines connect Singkawang with the capital:

• Super Air Jet, flying Airbus A320 jets to Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta
• TransNusa, also serving Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta

From Jakarta, onward connections reach most parts of Indonesia and beyond. Schedules can change, and weather such as seasonal haze sometimes affects operations, so check your flight status before leaving for the airport.

Getting to Singkawang City

Most passengers travel into the city by taxi, private car or hotel pick-up. If you are heading further to Bengkayang or Sambas, arranging a driver in advance saves time on arrival.

Things to Do in Singkawang

Singkawang is known for its strong Chinese-Indonesian heritage, with many colourful temples across the city. Its Cap Go Meh celebrations draw large crowds, and nearby beaches and hills offer easy day trips.

Travel Tips for Singkawang

With a small number of daily departures, flights can fill up around holidays and festival periods, so book early. Keep an eye on the weather during the dry season, when haze can cause delays.

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