Travelling from Bali (Denpasar) Airport (DPS) to Surabaya Airport (SUB): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Bali (Denpasar) Airport to Surabaya Airport.
The timezone in Surabaya is UTC+7, which is one hour behind Denpasar.
Flights from DPS to SUB start from 06:00 — the earliest with Lion Air. The last service of the day is at 22:45 with Citilink. In total, you can choose from 66 weekly Bali (Denpasar) Airport to Surabaya Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your DPS to SUB flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
There's a good range of direct flights from Bali (Denpasar) Airport to Surabaya Airport to pick from. When planning your Surabaya journey, these airlines can fly you nonstop to this unmissable corner of Indonesia:
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Citilink.
Grumeti Air tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for DPS to SUB flights, with 86.41% of services landing on schedule.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Bali (Denpasar) Airport to Surabaya Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between DPS and SUB:
Soekarno-Hatta Airport
Makassar Airport
Balikpapan Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bali (Denpasar) Airport (DPS) to Surabaya Airport (SUB)
At the moment, $70 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Bali (Denpasar) Airport to Surabaya Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $144. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from DPS to SUB if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
The cheapest month for flights from Bali (Denpasar) Airport to Surabaya Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from DPS to SUB by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Bali (Denpasar) Airport to Surabaya Airport.
Handy information about Bali (Denpasar) Airport (DPS)
72% of flights that depart Bali (Denpasar) Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To get to Bali (Denpasar) Airport from central Denpasar, it takes about 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Taking an early flight from Bali (Denpasar) Airport to Surabaya Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to DPS:
Arriving at Surabaya Airport (SUB)
Reserve a hotel close to SUB if you're catching a late Bali (Denpasar) Airport to Surabaya Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Travel beyond Surabaya and head to places that aren't on the typical itinerary with your own wheels. You can book a Surabaya Airport rental car from leading providers like Avis or TRAC Astra Rent A Car.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Surabaya Airport around one week in advance of your trip.
When to fly to Surabaya Airport (SUB)
The quietest month for a flight from Bali (Denpasar) Airport to Surabaya Airport is March, while May is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Surabaya based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Bali (Denpasar) Airport to Surabaya Airport for October if you want to explore Surabaya during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 34ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 23ºC and 32ºC. Search for cheap tickets from DPS to SUB sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Indonesia
You've visited Surabaya, now it's time to discover other corners of Indonesia. Journey about 257 kilometres west to Semarang to tick off its popular sights. From Prambanan to Indonesia Kaya Park and Masjid Agung Jawa Tengah, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 306 kilometres south-east of Surabaya, Denpasar is another essential stop in Indonesia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Sanur Beach, Bali Dream Walk and Pantai Matahari Terbit Sanur.