Singkawang travel guide

Singkawang Tourism | Singkawang Guide

You're Going to Love Singkawang

With a population of 101,838, Singkawang is a must-see destination in West Kalimantan, Indonesia. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Singkawang to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Singkawang

Singkawang in May
Estimated hotel price
RM 78
1 night at 3-star hotel
Singkawang in May
Estimated hotel price
RM 78
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Singkawang

Plane

Although Singkawang doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Pontianak Supadio (PNK), which is located 79 miles from Singkawang. The shortest flight to Singkawang from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 8h 25m.

Plane

Although Singkawang doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Pontianak Supadio (PNK), which is located 79 miles from Singkawang. The shortest flight to Singkawang from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 8h 25m.

Airports near Singkawang

PNKPontianak Supadio

Airlines serving Singkawang

Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
China Airlines
Excellent (613 reviews)
Garuda Indonesia
Excellent (46 reviews)
Lion Air
Good (24 reviews)
Sriwijaya Air
Mediocre (1 reviews)
Wings Air
Good (4 reviews)
NAM Air
Excellent (1 reviews)
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Where to stay in Singkawang

Average rates range from around RM 109 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to RM 325 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Singkawang

Hiring a car in Singkawang

Expect to pay RM 4.61 per litre in Singkawang (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 55.32 and RM 73.76.

Expect to pay RM 4.61 per litre in Singkawang (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 55.32 and RM 73.76.