Direct (nonstop) flights from Balikpapan to Surabaya

4 airlines fly nonstop from Sepinggan (BPN) to Juanda (SUB). It's 506 miles (815 km), about 1h 30m in the air. Operated by Pelita Air Service, Lion Air, Citilink and others.

BPN
Sepinggan
🇮🇩 Balikpapan, Indonesia
✈
SUB
Juanda
🇮🇩 Surabaya, Indonesia
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
506 mi
815 km
CO₂/pax
94 kg
−26 kg vs. layover
Airlines
4
Pelita Air Service +3
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by Pelita Air Service Pelita Air Service Lion Air Lion Air Citilink Citilink Indonesia AirAsia Indonesia AirAsia

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Pelita Air Service IP Pelita Air Service
Route
BPN → SUB
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
506 mi
Lion Air JT Lion Air
Route
BPN → SUB
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
506 mi
Citilink QG Citilink
Route
BPN → SUB
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
506 mi
Indonesia AirAsia QZ Indonesia AirAsia
Route
BPN → SUB
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
506 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Balikpapan to Surabaya with one stop · direct emits 94 kg CO₂ per passenger

BPN → BDJ (Banjarmasin) → SUB
Leg 1: 1h 15m (211 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (302 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 120 kg CO₂ (+28% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BPN → BDJ
1h 15m · 211 mi
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Leg 2
BDJ → SUB
1h 10m · 302 mi
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BPN → PKY (Palangkaraya) → SUB
Leg 1: 1h 15m (214 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (363 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 132 kg CO₂ (+40% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BPN → PKY
1h 15m · 214 mi
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Leg 2
PKY → SUB
1h 15m · 363 mi
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BPN → LOP (Praya) → SUB
Leg 1: 1h 35m (517 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (256 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 168 kg CO₂ (+79% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BPN → LOP
1h 35m · 517 mi
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Leg 2
LOP → SUB
1h 5m · 256 mi
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BPN → DPS (Denpasar) → SUB
Leg 1: 1h 43m (528 mi) Leg 2: 1h (188 mi) Total: ~2h 43m 🍃 158 kg CO₂ (+68% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BPN → DPS
1h 43m · 528 mi
View BPN to DPS flights →
Leg 2
DPS → SUB
1h · 188 mi
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BPN → UPG (Ujung Pandang) → SUB
Leg 1: 1h 10m (319 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (490 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 175 kg CO₂ (+86% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BPN → UPG
1h 10m · 319 mi
View BPN to UPG flights →
Leg 2
UPG → SUB
1h 35m · 490 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Balikpapan to Surabaya?

A nonstop flight from Balikpapan (BPN) to Surabaya (SUB) takes approximately 1 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is 506 miles (815 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Balikpapan to Surabaya?

4 airlines: Pelita Air Service, Lion Air, Citilink, Indonesia AirAsia.

Is there a nonstop flight from Balikpapan to Surabaya?

Yes. 4 airlines: Pelita Air Service, Lion Air, Citilink, Indonesia AirAsia.

How far is Balikpapan from Surabaya?

The flight distance from Balikpapan to Surabaya is 506 miles (815 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Balikpapan to Surabaya?

At 1h 30m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Balikpapan to Surabaya?

Roughly 94 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 470 km.

Is the return flight from Surabaya to Balikpapan also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Balikpapan to Surabaya?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Sepinggan for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.