Palembang to Pematangsiantar flights
Pematangsiantar lies 908 km (564 mi) north-west of Palembang, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 55 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
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| Palembang | Pematangsiantar | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Indonesia | Indonesia |
| Population | 1.8 million | 279,198 |
| Elevation | 5 m (16 ft) | 388 m (1,273 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+7 (Asia/Jakarta) | UTC+7 (Asia/Jakarta) |
| Nearest large airport | PLM, 6 km out | KNO, 79 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving 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.
Arriving in Pematangsiantar
Pematangsiantar is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Kualanamu International Airport (KNO), 79 km (49 mi) from the centre, whose 12,303-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kualanamu International Airport | KNO | 79 km (49 mi) | 12,303 ft | 23 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Pematangsiantar from Palembang?
908 km (564 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Palembang.
How long does it take to get from Palembang to Pematangsiantar by air?
About 1 h 55 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Palembang and Pematangsiantar?
No, both are on Asia/Jakarta at the moment.
Which airports are used for Palembang to Pematangsiantar flights?
Typically Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport (PLM) to Kualanamu International Airport (KNO).
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.