Best Price
Etihad Airways
30 Sep, Wed
Balikpapan – Abu Dhabi
14h 30m
1 stop
BPN–AUH
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Quick Flight Summary from Balikpapan to Abu Dhabi
Key numbers to know before you book
- Lowest recent price AED 2,079
- Direct flight duration 14 hour 30 min
- Arrival airports AUH / ZVJ / XSB
- Best days to book Monday, Wednesday
- Average over the last 30 days AED 1,960
Cheapest flights from Balikpapan to Abu Dhabi
Etihad Airways
22 Sep, Tue
Balikpapan – Abu Dhabi
14h 30m
1 stop
BPN–AUH
Shortest Flight
Etihad Airways
7 Sep, Mon
Balikpapan – Abu Dhabi
14h 15m
1 stop
BPN–AUH
Etihad Airways
5 Oct, Mon
Balikpapan – Abu Dhabi
14h 30m
1 stop
BPN–AUH
Etihad Airways
9 Sep, Wed
Balikpapan – Abu Dhabi
14h 30m
1 stop
BPN–AUH
Garuda Indonesia
1 Sep, Tue
Balikpapan – Abu Dhabi
1d 2h 45m
1 stop
BPN–AUH
Garuda Indonesia
4 Sep, Fri
Balikpapan – Abu Dhabi
20h 45m
1 stop
BPN–AUH
Garuda Indonesia
28 Aug, Fri
Balikpapan – Abu Dhabi
14h 15m
1 stop
BPN–AUH
Last update: 26 August 2026 11:46
Estimated Prices for Balikpapan to Abu Dhabi Flights
Cheapest Day7 September Monday
Best Price
AED 2,038
Average Price
AED 2,063
AED 2,114
AED 2,038
Key Features of the Airlines
- Star Alliance Member
- Complimentary Meals
- 2x23kg Baggage
- Premium Abu Dhabi Carrier
- Generous Baggage
- Award-Winning Service
- Best LCC Middle East
- Flexible Rebooking
- Wide Domestic Network
- Budget Abu Dhabi Flights
- Modern A320 Fleet
- Digital-First Experience
- oneworld Member
- Jordan Flag Carrier
- Full Service
Information compiled by AI. For the most up-to-date information, contact the airline.
Transportation to Airport from Balikpapan City Center
Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman Sepinggan Intl. Airport
You can get on a bus for travelling to the airport from Balikpapan city center. Using a taxi is a more expensive alternative but if you want a fast and comfortable travel, you can choose this option. If you rent a car, you can freely travel to anywhere in the city during your visit.
Taxi
You can easily find a taxi in the city center or ask your hotel to call a taxi for you. Travelling to the airport by taxi takes about 15 minutes.
Car Rental
There are many car rental companies offering car rental services in Balikpapan city center. Your hotel can help you to find a reliable company. You can reach the airport in about 20 minutes by following the road JI. Kolonel Syarifudin Yoes.
Bus
Bus is a commonly used transportation vehicle in Balikpapan. Nine separate bus routes departing from different points of the city carry passengers to the airport. You can choose the bus route that is the most convenient for you and take the road to the airport.
Airport Information
The airport, which is the 6th biggest airport of Indonesia, is located in the western part of the Makassar Strait. There is a hotel next to the airport. The airport has also services like restaurant and store. There are restaurants, cafes and banks around the airport. There is a cinema which has a capacity of 15 people and it offers free service every day from 07:00 am to 09:00 pm.
Transportation to Abu Dhabi City Center from Airport
Zayed International Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport is 30 kilometers east of the city center. You can easily reach the city center by shuttle bus, city bus or taxi. You can also rent a car from companies located in the city center and at the airport.
Airport Shuttle
Some airline companies flying to Abu Dhabi International Airport offer a free 24-hour shuttle service which you can benefit to go both to the airport and the city center.
City Bus
You can reach the city by taking buses A1, which depart from the airport every 40 minutes.
Taxi
Taxi is one of the alternatives that can be considered to reach the city. The most common means of transport in Abu Dhabi is taxi. However, since demand is high, you can wait for a long time under heat. Almost all the taxis accept credit cards. If you are traveling for business purposes, buying a voucher may be beneficial.
Car Rental
Renting a car is one of the most reasonable options for transportation in Abu Dhabi. Because the United Arab Emirates is a fortunate country in terms of oil reserves, oil prices are quite low. If you want to take advantage of this, it is possible to find many car rental offices in the city center and at the airport.
Abu Dhabi Weather
5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature
Today
Thursday
27 Aug
44°32°
Friday
28 Aug
44°30°
Saturday
29 Aug
43°30°
Sunday
30 Aug
45°30°
Monday
31 Aug
39°30°
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Which airports can I use for Balikpapan-Abu Dhabi flights?
Which airports can I use for Balikpapan-Abu Dhabi flights?
For Balikpapan-Abu Dhabi flights, you can use Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman Sepinggan Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Zayed International Airport, Abu Dhabi Bus Station, Sir Bani Yas Island Airport for arrival.
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Balikpapan-Abu Dhabi and how long does the flight take?
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Balikpapan-Abu Dhabi and how long does the flight take?
The flight distance between Balikpapan-Abu Dhabi is 7305 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 9 hour.
Which day is the most convenient for Balikpapan-Abu Dhabi flights?
Which day is the most convenient for Balikpapan-Abu Dhabi flights?
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Balikpapan-Abu Dhabi flights is Monday.
Balikpapan-Abu Dhabi: which airline is better value on this route?
Balikpapan-Abu Dhabi: which airline is better value on this route?
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Garuda Indonesia starts from approximately AED 2,038.
| Airline | Price | Standard inclusions |
|---|---|---|
 Garuda Indonesia | AED 2,038 | 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / No changes allowed / No Refund / Complimentary Refreshments |
Last update: 26.08.2026
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