Which airport should I fly into for Tanjungbalai?

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

How far is the airport from Tanjungbalai?

The nearest is about 63 mi (102 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 Tanjungbalai?

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 Tanjungbalai

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

The nearest airport to Tanjungbalai, Indonesia is Parapat Airport (SIW), about 63 mi (102 km) away — roughly 1 hr 54 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Sisingamangaraja XII International Airport (DTB).

Code	Airport	Distance	Transfer	Type
SIW	Parapat AirportParapat-Sumatra Island, Indonesia	63 mi / 102 km	1 hr 54 min	Regional
DTB	Sisingamangaraja XII International AirportSiborong-Borong, Indonesia	74 mi / 119 km	1 hr 43 min	International
KNO	Polonia International AirportMedan-Sumatra Island, Indonesia	79 mi / 127 km	1 hr 50 min	International
PKG	Pulau Pangkor AirportPangkor Island, Malaysia	103 mi / 165 km	2 hr 23 min	Regional
SWY	Sitiawan AirportSitiawan, Malaysia	106 mi / 171 km	2 hr 28 min	Regional
AEG	Aek Godang AirportPadang Sidempuan, Indonesia	111 mi / 179 km	2 hr 35 min	Regional
FLZ	Dr Ferdinand Lumban Tobing AirportSibolga-Sumatra Island, Indonesia	116 mi / 187 km	2 hr 42 min	Regional
SZB	Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah International AirportSubang, Malaysia	121 mi / 195 km	2 hr 49 min	International

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

Which airport is best?

For the shortest transfer, Parapat Airport (SIW) is the most convenient at about 63 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Sisingamangaraja XII International Airport (DTB) (74 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 Tanjungbalai. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with SIW.

Hotels near the airport

For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near SIW 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 Tanjungbalai is Parapat Airport (SIW), about 63 mi (102 km) away — roughly 1 hr 54 min by road.