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How to get there
Where to stay
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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
AED 78
1 night at 3-star hotel
Palembang in February
Estimated hotel price
AED 78
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.

Plane

When flying to Palembang, you’ll arrive at Palembang Mahmud Badaruddin Ii (PLM), which is located 5 km from the city centre.

Airports near Palembang

PLMPalembang Mahmud Badaruddin Ii

Airlines serving Palembang

Malaysia Airlines
Good (254 reviews)
JAL
Excellent (1,456 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (611 reviews)
Garuda Indonesia
Excellent (72 reviews)
Oman Air
Excellent (91 reviews)
Batik Air
Good (27 reviews)
Citilink
Excellent (8 reviews)
Lion Air
Good (27 reviews)
Sriwijaya Air
Mediocre (1 reviews)
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Where to stay in Palembang

Average rates range from around AED 91 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to AED 211 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 (8.8, Excellent reviews)
AED 107+
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The Alts Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
AED 161+
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Aryaduta Palembang
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
AED 121+
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Aston Palembang Hotel & Conference Center
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
AED 147+
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Hiring a car in Palembang

Expect to pay AED 2.87 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 AED 34.38 and AED 45.84.

Expect to pay AED 2.87 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 AED 34.38 and AED 45.84.

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