Bandung travel guide
Bandung Tourism | Bandung Guide
You're Going to Love Bandung
With a population of 1.70 million, Bandung is the largest city in West Java, Indonesia by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Bandung deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
When to visit Bandung
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Bandung in January, when the average temperature is 73.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 80.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is February, when it can get as cold as 66.2 °F, with an average temperature of 71.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in February, when precipitation is around 9.8″. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Bandung, with an average rainfall of 2″.
How to Get to Bandung
Plane
When flying to Bandung, you’ll arrive at Bandung Husein Sastranegara (BDO), which is located 3 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Bandung from the United States departs from Santa Ana and takes around 47h 40m.
Car
Another option to get to Bandung is to pick up a car rental from Jakarta, which is about 74 miles from Bandung. You’ll find branches of TRAC Astra and Avis, among others, in Jakarta.
Bus
Bandung’s bus station is located 0.1 miles from the city center.
Airports near Bandung
Airlines serving Bandung
Where to stay in Bandung
From 5-star hotels such as the Padma Hotel Bandung to great affordable options like the V Hotel & Residence Bandung, Bandung offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $29 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $87 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Bandung, with prices from $7 to $124 per night. Sumurbandung is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Bandung are about 61% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.