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Cheap Flights to Padang
| Most popular in | December | High demand for flights, 10% potential price rise |
| Cheapest in | March | Best time to find cheap flights, 13% potential price drop |
| Average price | $1,147 | Price for this month |
| Cheapest price | $1,678 | From Melbourne to Padang |
Cheapest prices for Padang flights by month
When is the best time to fly to Padang?
Choose a month below to see average flight price and weather conditions.
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Price
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$526 - $1,396
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Peak Season:
The dry season from May to September has abundant sunshine and better suited for travel. However remember to use moisturisers and sunblock to get adequate protection from the hot and humid climate during this season. It is better to avoid the Muslim Eid holidays as the crowds swell and the traffic gets heavy.
Off Season:
The wet season starts from September to January and may make it difficult to travel in the city. Sumatra has a warm and tropical climate throughout the year and travel during this season can further slow things down.
Shoulder Season:
The month of February is the driest month in Sumatra. The months of June and July are also suitable for travel.
Which day is cheapest to fly to Padang?
The cheapest flights to Padang are usually found when departing on a Tuesday. The departure day with the highest cost at present is Saturday.
What time of day is cheapest to fly?
To get the best value, try booking a flight in the afternoon when visiting Padang. Generally the prices will increase for flights at midday as these tend to have higher demand.
City overview
Padang is the capital of the province of West Sumatra, Indonesia. It is one of the oldest towns on the west coast of Sumatra in the Indian Ocean. The Batang Arau River flows majestically through the city and the riverside presents an impressive sight, lined with hand paddled ferries and small boats. Most tourists use this city to access the Mentawai Islands-a surfers’ paradise and the mountain town of Bukittinggi with tourist places such as the Japanese tunnel and Sianok Canyon. Padang was a Dutch harbour town and has now become a major tourist attraction with its historical Dutch buildings and the colourful harbour located near the Muaro River. The Sitti Nurbaya Bridge over the river presents a sight of colourful lights at nightfall. The old Chinatown has many old shops and houses and also the beautiful Chinese Hien Kiong Temple. A visit to the Adityawarman museum will acquaint you with the culture and rich heritage of West Sumatra. Visitors can enjoy a leisurely stroll or ride the local horse-drawn carriage down the Padang beach or visit the Air Manis beach known for the Stone of Malin Kundang apart from its clean water and sand. While in the city, enjoy the delicious Padang food available at the numerous street stalls and restaurants. Famous local dishes include soto padang- spicy soup with crispy beef and rending sapi- beef cooked in spicy curry. Shoppers would love to buy the local handicrafts that include woven cloths, Chinese ceramics, ironwood carvings and silverwork. A range of these souvenirs are available at numerous stalls in Jalan Imam Bonjo.
Getting around Padang
City buses and mini buses are available for transportation within the city but public transportation may not meet international standards. It’s better to use metered taxis or car rentals for travelling around the city. Car rentals are convenient as they include the driver who also acts as a guide.
Getting from the Airport to the City
The Minangkabau International Airport (PDG) is Padang’s airport (off Jl Adinegoro), 12.4 miles (20km) north of the centre of town. Airport taxis are available for transfer to the town. It may be cheaper to take a Damri bus that does a loop through the city. But just ensure that you get into the correct bus.
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