The city of Jayapura is the capital of the province of Papua, Indonesia. This city is located in the Easternmost part of Indonesia at the bay of Jayapura. The city was founded by the Infantry Captain F.J.P Sachse of the Dutch kingdom on March 7, 1910. From 1910 to 1962, the city was known as Hollandia and was the capital in the Northeastern part of the Western island of Papua. The city was once called Kota Baru and Sukarnopura before bearing its present name in 1968. The literal meaning of Jayapura is same as the city of Jaipur in Rajasthan, is 'City of Victory'. Some districts in Papua Province can be accessed by road from Jayapura City, including Jayapura Regency, Sarmi Regency, Keerom Regency, Central Mamberamo Regency, Tolikara Regency, Jayawijaya Regency, Lanny Jaya Regency, Puncak Jaya Regency and Yalimo Regency. Besides that, by road, there are also bus transportation services between countries, namely to Papua New Guinea. Various service providers provide this bus. The Indonesia-Papua New Guinea immigration service was held in Jayapura-Vanimo. To cross into Papua New Guinea, it takes about 45 minutes from Jayapura city to the national border.

Airports in Jayapura

Sentani International Airport

Sentani International Airport is the airport which was previously a Class 1 Airport. This is an airport located in Sentani city, Jayapura Regency. Located approximately 40 km from the center of Jayapura City. It is the largest airport in Papua and the main hub to reach the interior of Papua. To make it as a model airport in Papua, this airport continues to improve to be better and to welcome the national event, PON 2020. If you are coming from the Philippines, you can board a flight at Ninoy Aquino International Airport in Manila to get to Sentani International Airport. However, there are no direct flights available from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Sentani International Airport. You need to transit at other airports before making a flight to Jayapura. You can get a deal from PHP 44,676 for a return ticket between Ninoy Aquino International Airport and Sentani International Airport.

How to Get Cheap Flights to Jayapura

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When is the Best Time to Fly to Jayapura?

The peak and busiest times of Jayapura are in August followed by July and November. Hotel prices, as well as flight tickets, will be higher than any other months. However, you can still get great deals if you book a flight or accommodation ticket earlier. The lesser month with travellers is in February. You can get cheap flight tickets and hotels if you are visiting Jayapura that month.

Rainfall variation between 45-255 mm/year with the number of rainy days on average varies between 148-175 rainy days/year in Jayapura. The average temperature is 29 °C - 31.8 °C. Rainy and dry seasons are irregular. Average air humidity varies from 79% -81% in urban environments to suburban areas.

Among the celebrations celebrated in Jayapura is the Christmas Day Celebration, New Year Celebration and the Papua Independence Day. You are advised to make flight and accommodation reservations in advance to get an affordable price offer because of at these times, travellers will become more and more crowded. Therefore, hotel and flight prices are increasing.

What are the Top 3 Things to Do in Jayapura?

Lake Sentani – it is one of the lakes that available in Jayapura. You can visit this lake while you are in Jayapura.

Youtefa Bay – you must visit this bay to enjoy a great view. You will undoubtedly find it breathtaking and worth your visit.

Dok Beach – It is one of the beautiful beaches in Jayapura. Visitors can visit this beach to enjoy, picnic, relax and swim in beautiful clear water.