Which airport should I fly into for Padangsidempuan?

For long-haul and international flights, Sisingamangaraja XII International Airport (DTB) is the main gateway near Padangsidempuan. The closest airport, Aek Godang Airport (AEG), is the most convenient for transfers — weigh proximity against the breadth of flight connections.

How far is the airport from Padangsidempuan?

The nearest is about 11 mi (18 km) away. The table above shows the distance and an estimated transfer time for each airport within about 300 km.

How do I get from the airport into Padangsidempuan?

Most airports offer taxis and ride-hailing, and many add a rail, metro or bus link into the city. Tap any airport above for a full guide with ground-transport options, lounges and transit details.

Airports Near Padangsidempuan

The closest airports to Padangsidempuan, Indonesia: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.

The nearest airport to Padangsidempuan, Indonesia is Aek Godang Airport (AEG), about 11 mi (18 km) away — roughly 38 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Sisingamangaraja XII International Airport (DTB).

Code	Airport	Distance	Transfer	Type
AEG	Aek Godang AirportPadang Sidempuan, Indonesia	11 mi / 18 km	38 min	Regional
FLZ	Dr Ferdinand Lumban Tobing AirportSibolga-Sumatra Island, Indonesia	29 mi / 47 km	56 min	Regional
DTB	Sisingamangaraja XII International AirportSiborong-Borong, Indonesia	64 mi / 103 km	1 hr 55 min	International
PPR	Pasir Pangaraan AirportPasir Pengarayan-Sumatra Island, Indonesia	85 mi / 136 km	1 hr 58 min	Regional
SIW	Parapat AirportParapat-Sumatra Island, Indonesia	92 mi / 148 km	2 hr 8 min	Regional
GNS	Binaka AirportGunung Sitoli-Nias Island, Indonesia	109 mi / 176 km	2 hr 33 min	Regional
DUM	Pinang Kampai AirportDumai-Sumatra Island, Indonesia	150 mi / 242 km	3 hr 30 min	Regional
KNO	Polonia International AirportMedan-Sumatra Island, Indonesia	158 mi / 255 km	3 hr 41 min	International

Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.

Which airport is best?

For the shortest transfer, Aek Godang Airport (AEG) is the most convenient at about 11 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Sisingamangaraja XII International Airport (DTB) (64 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.

Getting to and from the airport

Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Padangsidempuan. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with AEG.

Hotels near the airport

For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near AEG saves a stressful morning transfer.

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Travel tips

Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.

Frequently asked questions

The nearest airport to Padangsidempuan is Aek Godang Airport (AEG), about 11 mi (18 km) away — roughly 38 min by road.