Travelling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport (BPN): what you need to know
Balikpapan's timezone is UTC+8, making Balikpapan eight hours ahead of Manchester.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your MAN to BPN flight.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport (BPN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Manchester Airport to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport flight is $1,200. A round-trip ticket is currently $1,789. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MAN to BPN. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
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Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
Of the flights that depart from Manchester Airport, 59.39% land on time at their destination.
Central Manchester to Manchester Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Have an early flight from Manchester Airport to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to MAN:
Arriving at Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport (BPN)
If you're getting in on a late Manchester Airport to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near BPN:
Getting from Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport (BPN) to central Balikpapan
Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport is roughly 23 kilometres from central Balikpapan. The drive time takes about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport (BPN)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Manchester Airport to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Balikpapan. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Manchester Airport to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport, consider the type of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Balikpapan, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 30ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 24ºC and 30ºC. Look for cheap tickets from MAN to BPN sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Indonesia
Banjarmasin is just one of the many cities in Indonesia waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Balikpapan. Around 354 kilometres away to the south-west, check out popular attractions including Sultan Suriansyah Mosque, Wasaka Museum and Masjid Raya Sabilal Muhtadin Banjarmasin.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Indonesia, consider Samarinda, roughly 80 kilometres north-east of Balikpapan. Puncak Bukit Raudah, Puncak Wiratama and Simpang Tiga Slamet Riyadi are key reasons to visit.