Pangkalpinang travel guide

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You're Going to Love Pangkalpinang

With a population of 125.933, Pangkalpinang is the largest city in Bangka Belitung Islands, Indonesia by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Pangkalpinang has to offer.

When to visit Pangkalpinang

Pangkalpinang in January
Estimated hotel price
$11
1 night at 3-star hotel
Pangkalpinang in January
Estimated hotel price
$11
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Pangkalpinang in April, when the average temperature is 80.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 86 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 73.4 °F, with an average temperature of 78.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 12.6″. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Pangkalpinang, with an average rainfall of 4.3″.

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How to Get to Pangkalpinang

Plane

When flying to Pangkalpinang, you’ll arrive at Pangkalpinang (PGK), which is located 5 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Pangkalpinang from the United States departs from San Jose and takes around 33h 10m.

Plane

When flying to Pangkalpinang, you’ll arrive at Pangkalpinang (PGK), which is located 5 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Pangkalpinang from the United States departs from San Jose and takes around 33h 10m.

Airports near Pangkalpinang

Airlines serving Pangkalpinang

Etihad Airways
Good (834 reviews)
Garuda Indonesia
Excellent (43 reviews)
Batik Air
Good (18 reviews)
Lion Air
Good (26 reviews)
Sriwijaya Air
Mediocre (1 reviews)
NAM Air
Excellent (1 reviews)

Where to stay in Pangkalpinang

Average rates range from around $29 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $27 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Pangkalpinang

Most booked hotels in Pangkalpinang

Novotel Bangka - Hotel & Convention Centre
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 125 reviews)
$43+

Renting a car in Pangkalpinang

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Pangkalpinang (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Pangkalpinang (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.