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How to get there
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Semarang travel guide

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You're Going to Love Semarang

With a population of 1.29 million, Semarang is the largest city in Central Java, 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 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Semarang has to offer.

When to visit Semarang

Semarang in October
Estimated hotel price
₹ 2403
1 night at 3-star hotel
Semarang in October
Estimated hotel price
₹ 2403
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Semarang in April, 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 25 °C, with an average temperature of 27 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 430 mm. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Semarang, with an average rainfall of 60 mm.

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How to Get to Semarang

Plane

When flying to Semarang, you’ll arrive at Semarang Achmad Yani (SRG), which is located 5 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Semarang, you’ll arrive at Semarang Achmad Yani (SRG), which is located 5 km from the city centre.

Airports near Semarang

YIAYogyakarta Intl
JOGYogyakarta Adisutjipto
SRGSemarang Achmad Yani

Airlines serving Semarang

KLM
Good (1,591 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,547 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,628 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (319 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (681 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,942 reviews)
China Airlines
Excellent (851 reviews)
Scoot
Good (337 reviews)
Garuda Indonesia
Excellent (94 reviews)
AirAsia
Good (235 reviews)
Oman Air
Excellent (143 reviews)
Bangkok Airways
Excellent (133 reviews)
IndiGo
Good (580 reviews)
Batik Air
Good (33 reviews)
Citilink
Excellent (6 reviews)
TransNusa
Good (8 reviews)
Lion Air
Good (29 reviews)
Wings Air
Good (6 reviews)
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Where to stay in Semarang

Average rates range from around ₹ 1,561 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 3,186 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Semarang

Most booked hotels in Semarang

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Hotel Ciputra Semarang
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
₹ 3,511+
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Holiday Inn Express Semarang Simpang Lima By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
₹ 2,752+
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Novotel Semarang
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
₹ 3,226+
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Oak Tree Emerald Hotel & Conventions Semarang
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
₹ 1,993+
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Ibis Budget Semarang Tendean
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
₹ 1,234+
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Hiring a car in Semarang

Expect to pay ₹ 102 per litre in Semarang (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 Semarang (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.