Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

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. Semarang deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Semarang

Semarang in August
Estimated hotel price
$14
1 night at 3-star hotel
Semarang in August
Estimated hotel price
$14
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Semarang in April, 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 77 °F, with an average temperature of 80.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 16.9″. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Semarang, with an average rainfall of 2.4″.

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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 center. The shortest flight to Semarang from the United States departs from San Francisco and takes around 54h 20m.

Train

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

Plane

When flying to Semarang, you’ll arrive at Semarang Achmad Yani (SRG), which is located 3 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Semarang from the United States departs from San Francisco and takes around 54h 20m.

Train

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

Airports near Semarang

YIAYogyakarta Intl
JOGYogyakarta Adisutjipto
SRGSemarang Achmad Yani

Airlines serving Semarang

KLM
Good (1,430 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,332 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,413 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (282 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (647 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,662 reviews)
China Airlines
Excellent (792 reviews)
Scoot
Good (312 reviews)
Garuda Indonesia
Excellent (86 reviews)
AirAsia
Good (222 reviews)
Oman Air
Excellent (113 reviews)
Bangkok Airways
Excellent (118 reviews)
Batik Air
Good (28 reviews)
IndiGo
Good (510 reviews)
Citilink
Excellent (6 reviews)
Lion Air
Good (28 reviews)
TransNusa
Good (3 reviews)
NAM Air
Good (9 reviews)
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Where to stay in Semarang

Average rates range from around $23 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $86 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Semarang

Most booked hotels in Semarang

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Gets Premiere Semarang
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1125 reviews)
$26+
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Oak Tree Emerald Hotel & Conventions Semarang
4 stars
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$24+
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Renting a car in Semarang

Expect to pay $2.95 per gallon in Semarang (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $35.43 and $47.24.

Expect to pay $2.95 per gallon in Semarang (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $35.43 and $47.24.

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