Direct (nonstop) flights from Palembang to Batam

2 airlines fly nonstop from Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin Ii (PLM) to Hang Nadim (BTH). It's 279 miles (449 km), about 1h 5m in the air. Operated by Lion Air, Citilink.

PLM
Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin Ii
🇮🇩 Palembang, Indonesia
✈
BTH
Hang Nadim
🇮🇩 Batam, Indonesia
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
279 mi
449 km
CO₂/pax
52 kg
−119 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Lion Air +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Lion Air Lion Air Citilink Citilink

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Lion Air JT Lion Air
Route
PLM → BTH
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
279 mi
Citilink QG Citilink
Route
PLM → BTH
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
279 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Palembang to Batam with one stop · direct emits 52 kg CO₂ per passenger

PLM → CGK (Jakarta) → BTH
Leg 1: 1h 10m (260 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (528 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 171 kg CO₂ (+229% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PLM → CGK
1h 10m · 260 mi
View PLM to CGK flights →
Leg 2
CGK → BTH
1h 40m · 528 mi
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PLM → KUL (Kuala Lumpur) → BTH
Leg 1: 1h 40m (439 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (199 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 143 kg CO₂ (+175% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PLM → KUL
1h 40m · 439 mi
View PLM to KUL flights →
Leg 2
KUL → BTH
1h 10m · 199 mi
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PLM → KNO (Kuala Namu) → BTH
Leg 1: 1h 45m (603 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (401 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 211 kg CO₂ (+306% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PLM → KNO
1h 45m · 603 mi
View PLM to KNO flights →
Leg 2
KNO → BTH
1h 30m · 401 mi
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PLM → YIA (Yogyakarta) → BTH
Leg 1: 1h 35m (504 mi) Leg 2: 2h 5m (743 mi) Total: ~3h 40m 🍃 256 kg CO₂ (+392% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PLM → YIA
1h 35m · 504 mi
View PLM to YIA flights →
Leg 2
YIA → BTH
2h 5m · 743 mi
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PLM → SUB (Surabaya) → BTH
Leg 1: 2h (636 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (836 mi) Total: ~4h 10m 🍃 298 kg CO₂ (+473% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PLM → SUB
2h · 636 mi
View PLM to SUB flights →
Leg 2
SUB → BTH
2h 10m · 836 mi
View SUB to BTH flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Palembang to Batam?

A nonstop flight from Palembang (PLM) to Batam (BTH) takes approximately 1 hours and 5 minutes. The distance is 279 miles (449 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Palembang to Batam?

2 airlines: Lion Air, Citilink.

Is there a nonstop flight from Palembang to Batam?

Yes. 2 airlines: Lion Air, Citilink.

How far is Palembang from Batam?

The flight distance from Palembang to Batam is 279 miles (449 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Paris.

What type of aircraft flies from Palembang to Batam?

At 1h 5m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Palembang to Batam?

Roughly 52 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 260 km.

Is the return flight from Batam to Palembang 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 Palembang to Batam?

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 Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin Ii for this flight?

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