Bengkulu City travel guide

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You're Going to Love Bengkulu City

With a population of 309,712, Bengkulu City is the largest city in Bengkulu, Indonesia by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Bengkulu City has to offer.

When to visit Bengkulu City

Bengkulu City in July
Estimated hotel price
$10
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bengkulu City in July
Estimated hotel price
$10
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Bengkulu City in February, when the average temperature is 80.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 86 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 73.4 °F, with an average temperature of 78.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 18.9″. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Bengkulu City, with an average rainfall of 7.5″.

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How to Get to Bengkulu City

Plane

When flying to Bengkulu City, you’ll arrive at Bengkulu City Fatmawati Soekarno (BKS), which is located 7 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Bengkulu City from the United States departs from San Francisco and takes around 51h 30m.

Plane

When flying to Bengkulu City, you’ll arrive at Bengkulu City Fatmawati Soekarno (BKS), which is located 7 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Bengkulu City from the United States departs from San Francisco and takes around 51h 30m.

Airports near Bengkulu City

Airlines serving Bengkulu City

Etihad Airways
Good (1,237 reviews)
Garuda Indonesia
Good (90 reviews)
Batik Air
Good (25 reviews)
Citilink
Excellent (13 reviews)
Lion Air
Good (33 reviews)

Where to stay in popular areas of Bengkulu City

Most booked hotels in Bengkulu City

Hotel Santika Bengkulu
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 58 reviews)
$35+
Splash Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 58 reviews)
$17+

Renting a car in Bengkulu City

Expect to pay $2.99 per gallon in Bengkulu City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $35.89 and $47.85.

Expect to pay $2.99 per gallon in Bengkulu City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $35.89 and $47.85.