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How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Palembang travel guide

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You're Going to Love Palembang

With a population of 1.44 million, Palembang is the largest city in South Sumatra, Indonesia by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Palembang to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Palembang

Palembang in February
Estimated hotel price
₹ 2958
1 night at 3-star hotel
Palembang in February
Estimated hotel price
₹ 2958
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Palembang in May, when the average temperature is 28 °C, and the highest can go up to 31 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 23 °C, with an average temperature of 26 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 330 mm. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Palembang, with an average rainfall of 90 mm.

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How to Get to Palembang

Plane

When flying to Palembang, you’ll arrive at Palembang Mahmud Badaruddin Ii (PLM), which is located 5 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Palembang from India departs from Kochi and takes around 20h 45m.

Plane

When flying to Palembang, you’ll arrive at Palembang Mahmud Badaruddin Ii (PLM), which is located 5 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Palembang from India departs from Kochi and takes around 20h 45m.

Airports near Palembang

PLMPalembang Mahmud Badaruddin Ii

Airlines serving Palembang

Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,628 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (319 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,942 reviews)
Scoot
Good (337 reviews)
Garuda Indonesia
Excellent (94 reviews)
AirAsia
Good (235 reviews)
Oman Air
Excellent (143 reviews)
IndiGo
Good (580 reviews)
Batik Air
Good (33 reviews)
Citilink
Excellent (6 reviews)
Lion Air
Good (29 reviews)
Wings Air
Good (6 reviews)
Sriwijaya Air
Mediocre (1 reviews)
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Where to stay in Palembang

Average rates range from around ₹ 1,518 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 4,436 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Palembang

Most booked hotels in Palembang

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The 1o1 Palembang Rajawali
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
₹ 2,847+
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Novotel Palembang - Hotel & Residence
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
₹ 5,418+
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Grand Daira Hotel Palembang
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
₹ 1,803+
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Beston Hotel Palembang
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
₹ 2,847+
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Hiring a car in Palembang

Expect to pay ₹ 102 per litre in Palembang (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,218 and ₹ 1,625.

Expect to pay ₹ 102 per litre in Palembang (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,218 and ₹ 1,625.