On this page, you can find and book flight tickets for the Merauke — Sentani route. The 656 km flight is operated on average twice a week. Details regarding transfers are available in the sections on how to get to the airport in Merauke and how to get from Sentani airport.
Regular flights between the cities are operated by Lion Air and Garuda Indonesia. Ticket prices change constantly, so we recommend using the price chart and calendar provided on the page to find the most favorable offers.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Merauke — Sentani by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 244 in e, and the most expensive are around AED 515 in a. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Merauke → Sentani, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 624 | high | May | AED 605 | high | Sep | AED 534 | medium |
| Feb | AED 472 | low | Jun | AED 539 | medium | Oct | AED 468 | low |
| Mar | AED 463 | low | Jul | AED 638 | high | Nov | AED 463 | low |
| Apr | AED 529 | medium | Aug | AED 548 | medium | Dec | AED 633 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
Sentani has an equatorial climate with high humidity throughout the year. The rainiest period is February, when rainfall reaches 311.73 mm, while relatively dry weather is more often observed in August and September.
According to price statistics, the most budget-friendly month to fly is October, with ticket prices starting AED 244. Maximum fares are recorded in February, when the minimum price rises AED 515.
The optimal time to plan your trip is considered to be October, as this month offers the best prices alongside stable weather conditions. It is recommended to avoid flying in February due to peak prices and a high probability of prolonged rain.
On the air route from Merauke to Sentani, regular service is provided by two main airlines: Lion Air and Garuda Indonesia. There are an average of two flights per week, and most are direct flights connecting these locations. Below you will find a detailed schedule and can compare offers from different carriers to choose the most convenient option in terms of time and cost.
Flights Merauke — Sentani depart from Mopah Airport and arrive at Sentani Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The average travel time on a direct flight is about 1 hour and 10 minutes, given the distance between the cities is 656 km.
Regular air service between the cities is provided by Lion Air (JT) and the national carrier Garuda Indonesia (GA).
Yes, direct flights are available on this route; however, they do not operate daily, so it is important to check the current schedule for specific dates.
The cost is dynamic and depends on the purchase date; the lowest recorded prices start from 5,174 ₽ for a one-way flight.
All flights on this route arrive at Sentani International Airport (DJJ), which serves the city of Jayapura and surrounding areas.
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