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. Consider staying at least one whole day in Semarang to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Semarang

Semarang in February
Estimated hotel price
AED 101
1 night at 3-star hotel
Semarang in February
Estimated hotel price
AED 101
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 3 miles from the city centre.

Train

Located 1.5 miles from the city centre, Semarang Poncol is the busiest station in Semarang. Another popular train station is Semarang Tawang, located 2 miles from the centre.

Plane

When flying to Semarang, you’ll arrive at Semarang Achmad Yani (SRG), which is located 3 miles from the city centre.

Train

Located 1.5 miles from the city centre, Semarang Poncol is the busiest station in Semarang. Another popular train station is Semarang Tawang, located 2 miles from the centre.

Airports near Semarang

Airlines serving Semarang

KLM
Good (849 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (913 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (180 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (457 reviews)
JAL
Excellent (958 reviews)
China Airlines
Excellent (604 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (412 reviews)
Garuda Indonesia
Excellent (41 reviews)
Scoot
Good (250 reviews)
AirAsia
Good (146 reviews)
Batik Air
Good (18 reviews)
Bangkok Airways
Good (65 reviews)
Indonesia AirAsia
Good (41 reviews)
Lion Air
Good (26 reviews)
TransNusa
Excellent (1 reviews)
Sriwijaya Air
Mediocre (1 reviews)
Wings Air
Good (4 reviews)
NAM Air
Excellent (1 reviews)
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Where to stay in Semarang

Average rates range from around AED 92 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to AED 306 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Semarang

Most booked hotels in Semarang

Favehotel Diponegoro
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
AED 77+
Pandanaran Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
AED 73+
Ibis Budget Semarang Tendean
2 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
AED 55+
Oak Tree Emerald Semarang
4 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
AED 84+

Hiring a car in Semarang

Expect to pay AED 3.31 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 AED 39.66 and AED 52.88.

Expect to pay AED 3.31 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 AED 39.66 and AED 52.88.