Sibu to Palembang flights
Palembang lies 977 km (607 mi) south-west of Sibu, -1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Sibu | Palembang | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Malaysia | Indonesia |
| Population | 198,239 | 1.8 million |
| Elevation | 0 m (0 ft) | 5 m (16 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Kuching) | UTC+7 (Asia/Jakarta) |
| Nearest large airport | SBW, 19 km out | PLM, 6 km out |
| Postal codes | 96000–96009 | 42273 |
Clocks in Palembang are 1 h behind Sibu right now, so a 2 h journey lands only 1 h later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Palembang
Crossing from Malaysia into Indonesia: money changes from the Ringgit to the Rupiah (IDR); sockets are Euro, Schuko; the dialling code becomes +62; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257.
Airports at each end
Leaving Sibu
Sibu is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Sibu Airport (SBW), 19 km (12 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,036 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Mukah Airport (MKM, 69 km).
Arriving in Palembang
Palembang is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport (PLM), 6 km (4 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,202 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport (regional) | PLM | 6 km (4 mi) | 8,202 ft | 49 ft |
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Staying in Palembang
Our booking partner lists 265 places to stay in Palembang. Of the 248 with a star rating, the largest group is 2-star (155), and 4 are five-star. Across 11 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.7 out of 10. Guests have left 1,553 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Palembang from Sibu?
977 km (607 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Sibu.
How long does it take to get from Sibu to Palembang by air?
About 2 h, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Sibu and Palembang?
Palembang is 1 h behind at the moment (Asia/Jakarta against Asia/Kuching).
Which airports are used for Sibu to Palembang flights?
Typically Sibu Airport (SBW) to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport (PLM).
What currency do I need in Palembang?
The Rupiah (IDR).
Where can I stay in Palembang?
Our booking partner lists 265 places to stay in Palembang, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.