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. Consider staying at least one whole day in Semarang to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Semarang

Semarang in April
Estimated hotel price
$42
1 night at 3-star hotel
Semarang in April
Estimated hotel price
$42
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 3 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Semarang from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 22h.

Train

Located 1.5 miles from the city centre, Semarang Poncol is the busiest station in Semarang. Another popular train station is Semarang Tawang, located 2 miles from the centre.

Plane

When flying to Semarang, you’ll arrive at Semarang Achmad Yani (SRG), which is located 3 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Semarang from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 22h.

Train

Located 1.5 miles from the city centre, Semarang Poncol is the busiest station in Semarang. Another popular train station is Semarang Tawang, located 2 miles from the centre.

Airports near Semarang

YIAYogyakarta Intl
JOGYogyakarta Adisutjipto
SRGSemarang Achmad Yani

Airlines serving Semarang

KLM
Good (1,475 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,430 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,483 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (297 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (668 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,742 reviews)
China Airlines
Excellent (816 reviews)
Batik Air
Good (82 reviews)
Scoot
Good (320 reviews)
Garuda Indonesia
Excellent (89 reviews)
AirAsia
Good (230 reviews)
Oman Air
Excellent (118 reviews)
Batik Air
Good (30 reviews)
Bangkok Airways
Excellent (128 reviews)
IndiGo
Good (544 reviews)
Citilink
Excellent (6 reviews)
Lion Air
Good (29 reviews)
TransNusa
Good (3 reviews)
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Where to stay in Semarang

Average rates range from around $40 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $112 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Semarang

Most booked hotels in Semarang

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Hotel Ciputra Semarang managed by Swiss-Belhotel International
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$67+
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Novotel Semarang
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$67+
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Oak Tree Emerald Hotel & Conventions Semarang
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$41+
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Ibis Budget Semarang Tendean
2 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$26+
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Hiring a car in Semarang

Expect to pay $1.26 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 $15.02 and $20.03.

Expect to pay $1.26 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 $15.02 and $20.03.