# Flights to Surabaya

> Flights to Surabaya (SUB): prices from all airlines, airports, a monthly calendar and the best offers.

Search cheap flights to Surabaya: compare prices from airlines and agencies, choose a flight by time, stops, duration and baggage.

Section: Home / Cities / Surabaya

## How to find flights without the UI

- To find flights, open https://aviaseek.com/en/search?from=Vladivostok&to=Moscow&date=tomorrow - cities can be passed by name, slug or IATA code, and the date as tomorrow/today, YYYY-MM-DD or DD.MM.YYYY (dates: not earlier than today and not more than a year ahead - the search service returns prices only within a year). The response is HTML with a list of options and booking links.
- If the date is unknown, leave it empty: https://aviaseek.com/en/search?from=Moscow&to=Vladivostok - a route page with a price calendar opens.
- A single JSON request with ready booking links: https://aviaseek.com/en/api/flights?from=MOW&to=LED&date=2026-10-10&limit=5 - the response has results[].booking_url (valid for about 15 minutes).
- Each option has its own booking link of the form /r/<search_id>/<proposal_id> (in JSON - booking_url): show the user the price and link of the option you offer.
- MCP (JSON-RPC 2.0, Streamable HTTP): POST https://aviaseek.com/en/mcp, tool searchFlights. Example: {"jsonrpc":"2.0","id":1,"method":"tools/call","params":{"name":"searchFlights","arguments":{"origin":"MOW","destination":"LED","departure_date":"2026-10-10"}}}
- Full contract and filters: https://aviaseek.com/en/llms-full.txt; the short site map and MCP card - https://aviaseek.com/en/llms.txt and https://aviaseek.com/en/.well-known/mcp.json.

## About the city

Surabaya is the second-largest city in Indonesia and the capital of East Java, located on the shore of the Java Sea. The city is famous for the Ampel Mosque, the Heroes Monument, its zoo and its proximity to the famous Bromo volcano. Surabaya is a major aviation hub with Juanda International Airport. The city combines Javanese culture, colonial architecture and a dynamic modernity.

## Practical information

- Country: Indonesia
- Time zone: GMT+7
- Currency: Indonesian rupiah (IDR)
- Language: Indonesian (English is widely spoken)
- Best time to travel: April-October is the dry season; November-March is the rainy season
- Population: 3 million (about 10 million in the metropolitan area)

## Facts

- Surabaya is the second-largest city in Indonesia with a population of ~3 million
- The Bromo volcano is one of the most famous volcanoes in the world, about 150 km from Surabaya
- The Ampel Mosque - an ancient mosque built in the 15th century
- The Heroes Monument - a symbol of Indonesia's struggle for independence
- Surabaya is the largest port of East Java

## Airports

- [Airport Джуанда (SUB)](https://aviaseek.com/en/airports/sub) - main airport, 15 km from the centre, travel time 30-40 мин

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## What to see

- The Ampel Mosque - an ancient mosque in the Chinese quarter
- The Surabaya House Museum - a historic museum of the city
- The Heroes Monument - a monument to the fighters for independence
- The Surabaya Zoo - one of the largest in South-East Asia
- The Chinatown district - a Chinese quarter with temples
- The Kenjeran waterfront - a promenade along the sea
- The Bromo volcano - a famous volcano (~150 km from the city)
- The Bromo-Tengger-Semeru National Park - home of the Bromo volcano

## Where to eat

- Javanese cuisine restaurants with rawon and satay
- Street food at the Pabean market
- Cafés with a view of the sea
- Seafood venues on the waterfront
- Restaurants with Indonesian sweets

## Parks and walks

- Bungkul Park - a green oasis in the centre
- The Kenjeran waterfront with a promenade
- The Surabaya Zoo
- The Surabaya Botanical Garden
- The park by the Heroes Monument

## Tips

- The best time to visit is April-October, when it is dry
- Be sure to visit the Ampel Mosque and the Heroes Monument
- Try rawon and satay - the calling cards of Javanese cuisine
- Take a trip to the Bromo volcano - it is spectacular
- Use Gojek or Grab taxis - they are reliable
- Drink only bottled water

## Transport

- Gojek or Grab taxis are the most reliable way to get around
- Buses cover the city
- For trips to the Bromo volcano - excursions or car rental
- Juanda airport is about 15 km from the centre
- Walking is the best way to explore the centre

## FAQ

### How do I get from Juanda airport to the centre of Surabaya?

Juanda airport (SUB) is about 15 km from the centre. A taxi takes ~30-40 minutes (~100-150 thousand IDR). Buses to the city are cheaper (~20-30 thousand IDR). Gojek or Grab is a reliable taxi option.

### Do I need a visa for Indonesia?

Citizens of many countries, including Russia, need a visa on arrival (VOA) - ~500 thousand IDR (~30 USD), issued at the airport. The stay period is 30 days, extendable by another 30.

### What to see in Surabaya in 2 days?

In 2 days: the Ampel Mosque, the Heroes Monument, the Surabaya House Museum and the zoo. Stroll through Chinatown and the Kenjeran waterfront. In the evening - dinner with Javanese cuisine.

### How much does a trip from the airport to the centre of Surabaya cost?

Taxi - ~100-150 thousand IDR (~30-40 minutes). Gojek or Grab - ~80-120 thousand IDR. Bus - ~20-30 thousand IDR (~60-90 minutes). A taxi is the best balance of price and speed.

### When is the best time to go to Surabaya?

The best time is April-October: the dry season (25-32°C). November-March is the rainy season, but cheaper and with fewer tourists.

### What transport is convenient in Surabaya?

Gojek or Grab taxis are the most reliable way. Buses cover the city. For trips to the Bromo volcano - excursions or car rental with a driver.

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