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

Pekanbaru travel guide

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You're Going to Love Pekanbaru

With a population of 703.956, Pekanbaru is the largest city in Riau, Indonesia by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Pekanbaru to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Pekanbaru

Pekanbaru in March
Estimated hotel price
RM 62
1 night at 3-star hotel
Pekanbaru in March
Estimated hotel price
RM 62
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Pekanbaru

Plane

When flying to Pekanbaru, you’ll arrive at Pekanbaru Simpang Tiga (PKU), which is located 5 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Pekanbaru from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 55m.

Plane

When flying to Pekanbaru, you’ll arrive at Pekanbaru Simpang Tiga (PKU), which is located 5 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Pekanbaru from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 55m.

Airports near Pekanbaru

PKUPekanbaru Simpang Tiga

Airlines serving Pekanbaru

Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (254 reviews)
JAL
Excellent (1,459 reviews)
China Airlines
Excellent (729 reviews)
Garuda Indonesia
Excellent (72 reviews)
Batik Air
Okay (72 reviews)
Scoot
Good (303 reviews)
AirAsia
Good (206 reviews)
Batik Air
Good (27 reviews)
Citilink
Excellent (8 reviews)
Lion Air
Good (27 reviews)
Wings Air
Good (5 reviews)
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Where to stay in Pekanbaru

Average rates range from around RM 131 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to RM 48 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Pekanbaru

Most booked hotels in Pekanbaru

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Angkasa Garden Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
RM 78+
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Grand Central Hotel Pekanbaru
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
RM 164+
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Aryaduta Pekanbaru
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
RM 108+
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The Premiere Hotel Pekanbaru
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
RM 248+
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Grand Jatra Hotel Pekanbaru
4 stars
Good (7.2, Good reviews)
RM 177+
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Hiring a car in Pekanbaru

Expect to pay RM 3.38 per litre in Pekanbaru (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 40.50 and RM 54.00.

Expect to pay RM 3.38 per litre in Pekanbaru (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 40.50 and RM 54.00.

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