Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Pekanbaru travel guide

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You're Going to Love Pekanbaru

With a population of 703.956, Pekanbaru is the largest city in Riau, Indonesia by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 7 days in order to fully appreciate everything Pekanbaru has to offer.

When to visit Pekanbaru

Pekanbaru in March
Estimated hotel price
₹ 2938
1 night at 3-star hotel
Pekanbaru in March
Estimated hotel price
₹ 2938
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Pekanbaru

Plane

When flying to Pekanbaru, you’ll arrive at Pekanbaru Simpang Tiga (PKU), which is located 5 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Pekanbaru, you’ll arrive at Pekanbaru Simpang Tiga (PKU), which is located 5 km from the city centre.

Airports near Pekanbaru

PKUPekanbaru Simpang Tiga

Airlines serving Pekanbaru

Etihad Airways
Good (1,546 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,628 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (319 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,942 reviews)
China Airlines
Excellent (851 reviews)
Scoot
Good (337 reviews)
Garuda Indonesia
Excellent (94 reviews)
Batik Air
Okay (88 reviews)
AirAsia
Good (235 reviews)
Oman Air
Excellent (143 reviews)
Batik Air
Good (33 reviews)
Citilink
Excellent (6 reviews)
Lion Air
Good (29 reviews)
Wings Air
Good (6 reviews)
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Where to stay in Pekanbaru

Average rates range from around ₹ 1,688 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 2,369 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Pekanbaru

Most booked hotels in Pekanbaru

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Aryaduta Pekanbaru
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
₹ 2,748+
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Hiring a car in Pekanbaru

Expect to pay ₹ 101 per litre in Pekanbaru (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,217 and ₹ 1,623.

Expect to pay ₹ 101 per litre in Pekanbaru (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,217 and ₹ 1,623.