Payakumbuh travel guide

Payakumbuh Tourism | Payakumbuh Guide

You're Going to Love Payakumbuh

With a population of 121 572, Payakumbuh is a must-see destination in Sumatera Barat, Indonesia. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Payakumbuh to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Payakumbuh

Payakumbuh in October
Estimated hotel price
RM 39
1 night at 3-star hotel
Payakumbuh in October
Estimated hotel price
RM 39
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Payakumbuh

Plane

Although Payakumbuh doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Padang Tabing (PDG), which is located 74 km from Payakumbuh. Padang Tabing is the most popular, with regular flights from Super Air Jet, AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines and other airlines departing from Malaysia. The shortest flight to Payakumbuh from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 1h 10m.

Plane

Although Payakumbuh doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Padang Tabing (PDG), which is located 74 km from Payakumbuh. Padang Tabing is the most popular, with regular flights from Super Air Jet, AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines and other airlines departing from Malaysia. The shortest flight to Payakumbuh from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 1h 10m.

Airports near Payakumbuh

Airlines serving Payakumbuh

Emirates
Excellent (2,119 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (924 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (184 reviews)
China Airlines
Excellent (609 reviews)
Garuda Indonesia
Excellent (46 reviews)
Scoot
Good (247 reviews)
AirAsia
Good (148 reviews)
Batik Air
Good (18 reviews)
Lion Air
Good (26 reviews)
Wings Air
Good (4 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Payakumbuh

Hiring a car in Payakumbuh

Expect to pay RM 4.55 per litre in Payakumbuh (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 54.52 and RM 72.69.

Expect to pay RM 4.55 per litre in Payakumbuh (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 54.52 and RM 72.69.