Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring 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 May
Estimated hotel price
RM 114
1 night at 3-star hotel
Semarang in May
Estimated hotel price
RM 114
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Semarang in April, when the average temperature is 28 °C, and the highest can go up to 31 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 25 °C, with an average temperature of 27 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 430 mm. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Semarang, with an average rainfall of 60 mm.

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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 5 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Semarang from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 2h 10m.

Plane

When flying to Semarang, you’ll arrive at Semarang Achmad Yani (SRG), which is located 5 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Semarang from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 2h 10m.

Airports near Semarang

YIAYogyakarta Intl
JOGYogyakarta Adisutjipto
SRGSemarang Achmad Yani

Airlines serving Semarang

KLM
Good (1,537 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,475 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,572 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (313 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (691 reviews)
JAL
Excellent (1,869 reviews)
China Airlines
Excellent (834 reviews)
Scoot
Good (325 reviews)
Garuda Indonesia
Excellent (94 reviews)
AirAsia
Good (233 reviews)
Oman Air
Excellent (130 reviews)
Bangkok Airways
Excellent (133 reviews)
Batik Air
Good (33 reviews)
IndiGo
Good (575 reviews)
Citilink
Excellent (6 reviews)
Lion Air
Good (29 reviews)
TransNusa
Good (5 reviews)
NAM Air
Good (9 reviews)
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Where to stay in Semarang

Average rates range from around RM 97 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to RM 294 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Baltis Inn and Omah Pelem Syariah.

Where to stay in popular areas of Semarang

Most booked hotels in Semarang

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Metro Park View Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
RM 98+
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Hotel Ciputra Semarang
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
RM 159+
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Novotel Semarang
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
RM 138+
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Ibis Budget Semarang Tendean
2 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
RM 53+
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Hotel Neo Candi Semarang
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
RM 69+
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Quest Hotel Simpang Lima - Semarang By Aston
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
RM 77+
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Hiring a car in Semarang

Expect to pay RM 3.87 per litre in Semarang (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 46.37 and RM 61.83.

Expect to pay RM 3.87 per litre in Semarang (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 46.37 and RM 61.83.