Flying from Singapore to Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport (PKU): What you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Singapore. Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Singapore to Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport (PKU) leaving from here.
The average length of a direct Singapore to Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport flight is 1 hour 15 minutes.
Pekanbaru is one hour behind Singapore. Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport is located in Pekanbaru, which runs on the UTC+7 timezone.
You can pick from 5 direct flights each week between Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) and Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport (PKU). This is the most popular route, with Scoot offering a 10:15am departure from SIN to PKU.
Your flight from Singapore to PKU won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like February and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Airports in Singapore
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Singapore to Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport (PKU) can be booked from this terminal.
When leaving from SIN, you can catch a direct flight from Singapore to Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport with Scoot.
Scoot is the airline most travellers choose for flights from SIN to PKU.
SIN is about 19 kilometres from central Singapore. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 40 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Singapore Changi Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Singapore to Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Of the departures from Singapore Changi Airport, 69% land on schedule at their destination.
About Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport (PKU)
If you have a late flight from Singapore to Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near PKU:
Getting from Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport (PKU) to central Pekanbaru
Central Pekanbaru is around 11 kilometres from Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Singapore to Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport (PKU)
81 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Singapore to Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport. Return flights start at 133 €. These prices can change based on demand.
Book four months before you travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Singapore to PKU.
September is when you're most likely to land a good deal on a Singapore to Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport ticket. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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The best time to fly from Singapore to Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport (PKU)
September is the quietest month for flights from Singapore to Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport (PKU), while January is the most popular. Find the ideal time to go to Pekanbaru based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
When booking your Singapore to PKU plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. May is the warmest month in Pekanbaru, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Singapore to Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Pekanbaru
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Pekanbaru right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Singapore to Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport:
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Explore more of Indonesia
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Around 193 kilometres southwest of Pekanbaru, Padang is another essential stop in Indonesia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Padang Beach, Padang beach and Pantai Nirwana.