Minangkabau International Airport – PDG Padang
Minangkabau International Airport uses PDG as its airport code, which stands for its location in Padang. PDG is located in the province of West Sumatra in Padang, Indonesia 14 miles from the city center. In 2005, Minangkabau International Airport opened its doors to the public and replaced Tabing Airport, which is also located in Padang. The airport was named in honor of the Minangkabau ethnic tribe residing in the region.
PDG is owned by the Indonesian government and run by PT Angkasa Pura II. This airport is a focus city for Lion Air, Garuda Indonesia, and Citilink.
Best Time to Visit
When PDG replaced Tabing Airport, the airport was relocated since the old terminal is unable to meet the flight safety requirements. Tabing Airport, on the other hand, was converted into a military-based and was renamed Sutan Sjahrir Air Force Base. PDG-Padang became the third airport in the country to be constructed from scratch. The government, meanwhile, is expanding this airport to be able to accommodate 5.9 million passengers.
This international airport has domestic and international flights. Padang and Bungus are the primary cities served by this airport.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Visitors have plenty of options when it comes to booking hotels near the airport. Whether you’re looking for a budget accommodation or luxury hotel, there is definitely a hotel that will fit your budget. Ibis Padang Hotel and Mercure Padang are just two of the top-rated hotels in the city. Both hotels are less than 4 miles from the airport.
On this page it is easy to search for Padang, Indonesia airport hotels, we have listed hotels, airport motels,
resorts, inns in order of proximity, closest airport lodging options are listed first. Padang, Indonesia (PDG-Minangkabau Intl.) airport
area map also gives you guidance on the distance of these hotels from the PDG airport.
Most of these PDG
hotels are designed to serve frequent travelers. If you are on business trip or family vacation or if your flight is delayed
and you need an overnight stay near the airport. Some of these Padang, Indonesia
motels have passenger pick up or free airport shuttle service which you can take advantage of.
Some of the main attractions in the area around the PDG airport are Pelabuhan Muaro, Adityawarman Museum, and Pelabuhan Muaro.
Map of Padang, Indonesia Hotels
View all Padang, Indonesia (PDG-Minangkabau Intl.) hotels, motels, lodging and attractions on Padang, Indonesia (PDG-Minangkabau Intl.) location map.
Weather Forecast for Padang, Indonesia (PDG-Minangkabau Intl.)
If you planning to travel to Padang, Indonesia (PDG-Minangkabau Intl.), here is your 6-day travel weather forecast to make sure you have all the essentials needed during your stay.
Start your day when the sunrises at 11:13 PM.
The temperature feels like 90.94999999999999 with a humidity level of 86 so dress accordingly.
Cloud coverage is 29 percent with visibility at 12.3 percent.
Today’s UV index is 11, don’t forget the sunscreen if you need it!
Today’s winds are traveling south-southeast at a speed of 4 MPH. At the end of the day don’t miss the sunset at 11:20 AM.
Fahrenheit / Celsius
Today
5/2
Thunderstorm with rain
82°F
High: 88°F
Low: 78°F
Precipitation: 75%
Friday
5/3
Light rain
82°F
High: 86°F
Low: 79°F
Precipitation: 55%
Saturday
5/4
Few clouds
84°F
High: 89°F
Low: 80°F
Precipitation: 25%
Sunday
5/5
Thunderstorm with heavy rain
83°F
High: 87°F
Low: 79°F
Precipitation: 90%
Monday
5/6
Moderate rain
82°F
High: 85°F
Low: 78°F
Precipitation: 80%
Tuesday
5/7
Few clouds
80°F
High: 86°F
Low: 75°F
Precipitation: 25%
FAQs
What are the most common amenities for Padang, Indonesia PDG airport hotels?
Airport hotels have useful amenities for frequent travelers like free PDG airport shuttle service, 24 hour in-room dinning,
late check-in and check-out and free breakfast. For business traveler amenities like
free wifi and meeting rooms are helpful. Most common amenities are Vending Machines, Complimentary Breakfast
and Complimentary Breakfast.
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