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Flights from Dubai to Balikpapan

There are no direct flights from Dubai to Balikpapan. The easiest way is one stop via Bandar Seri Begawan or Kuala Lumpur, about 11h 48m door to door.

No direct flights · 4 connection options From 11h 48m
DXBBPNBWN

Dubai to Balikpapan at a glance

Fastest journey11h 48mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Bandar Seri Begawan or Kuala Lumpur

Best ways to fly from Dubai to Balikpapan

Ranked by how easy the connection is: one airline or alliance first (bags and connection protected), then the quickest self-transfer options.

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DXB Bandar Seri Begawan (BWN) BPN
Leg 1: Royal Brunei Airlines · Leg 2: Royal Brunei Airlines
One airline, one ticket ~11h 48m
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DXB Kuala Lumpur (KUL) BPN
Leg 1: Batik Air Malaysia, Emirates · Leg 2: AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines
Self-transfer likely ~12h 37m
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DXB Jakarta (CGK) BPN
Leg 1: Emirates · Leg 2: Batik Air, Citilink, Garuda Indonesia
Self-transfer likely ~13h 15m
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DXB Singapore (SIN) BPN
Leg 1: Emirates, US-Bangla Airlines · Leg 2: Scoot
Self-transfer likely ~12h 39m
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Connections are computed from flights actually flown over the last 8 weeks, with at least 45 minutes to change on one airline and 2 hours on separate tickets. Times are local. The search shows live itineraries and exact times.

Good to know

Distance
7,237 km4,494 miles
Journey time
11h 48mestimate
Time difference
+4hBalikpapan vs Dubai
Currency in Balikpapan
IDR
Airports
DXB, DWC → BPN

Flights from Dubai to Balikpapan: questions answered

Are there direct flights from Dubai to Balikpapan?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Bandar Seri Begawan, Kuala Lumpur and Jakarta. Some connections are on one airline or alliance, so your bags and connection are protected on a single ticket.
How long is the flight from Dubai to Balikpapan?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 11h 48m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 7,237 km.
Where do you change planes between Dubai and Balikpapan?
The best connecting points are Bandar Seri Begawan (BWN), Kuala Lumpur (KUL), Jakarta (CGK) and Singapore (SIN). Royal Brunei Airlines flies both legs via Bandar Seri Begawan, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve Dubai and Balikpapan?
Dubai: Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). Balikpapan: Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman Sepinggan International Airport (BPN).
What is the time difference between Dubai and Balikpapan?
Balikpapan is 4 hours ahead of Dubai.

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