Palembang travel guide
Palembang Tourism | Palembang Guide
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
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.
How to Get to Palembang
Plane
When flying to Palembang, you’ll arrive at Palembang Mahmud Badaruddin Ii (PLM), which is located 3 miles from the city centre.
Airports near Palembang
Airlines serving Palembang
Where to stay in Palembang
Average rates range from around AED 93 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to AED 180 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Palembang
Most booked hotels in Palembang
Hiring a car in Palembang
Expect to pay AED 3.31 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 39.66 and AED 52.88.