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. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Palembang has to offer.
When to visit Palembang
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Palembang in May, when the average temperature is 82.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 87.8 °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 13″. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Palembang, with an average rainfall of 3.5″.
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 center. The shortest flight to Palembang from the United States departs from San Jose and takes around 29h 15m.
Airports near Palembang
Airlines serving Palembang
Where to stay in Palembang
Average rates range from around $27 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $48 and up for a 5-star experience.