Airport taxis to the city take 20–30 minutes; Grab is available and reliable.
Things to do at Sepinggan Airport (BPN)
Sepinggan AirportBPN
At the airport
Things to do in Sepinggan Airport
Balikpapan is the economic hub of East Kalimantan and the staging point for Borneo wildlife adventures. The Bekantan Conservation Area near the coast is home to rare proboscis monkeys. The Bukit Bangkirai Canopy Bridge through primary tropical rainforest is about 60 km from the airport for those with 6+ hours. The Balikpapan Bay waterfront and local seafood restaurants are a much closer option.
Insider intel
Top Tips for Sepinggan Airport
- Balikpapan connects well to other Kalimantan cities — a useful hub for island exploration.
Lounge directory
Browse lounges at BPN
1 Sanctifly partner lounge at Sepinggan Airport. Each is bookable with points.
100 points per guestConcordia Lounge (Domestic)
At Sepinggan Airport (BPN) in Balikpapan, Indonesia, the Concordia Lounge (Domestic) is a convenient airport lounge option for travelers who want to relax before heading through security. Located in Terminal 1 on the landside area, you can access the lounge before the security check, making it ideal if you’ve arrived early, are waiting for your check-in time, or simply want a calmer place to sit during your travel day. To find it, stay in the public (landside) section of Terminal 1 and go up to the 2nd floor; the Concordia Lounge (Domestic) is situated near Gate 3. This clear, easy-to-reach location at Sepinggan Airport helps you plan your time in Balikpapan efficiently, whether you’re starting your journey or preparing for a domestic departure.Book Now
Purchase a Sanctifly membership via our website or app.
Unlock airport-specific digital content and reserve VIP lounges using the points included with your plan.
Select the tier that fits your travel habits; higher tiers include more points.
When you book a lounge, you'll receive a unique access code in the app and by email—show this at the lounge to gain access.
You can buy extra points at any time, and rates improve with higher-tier plans.
Membership unlocks airport-specific digital content and the ability to book VIP lounges using points.
Each tier
Liftoff ($25/year)
Explorer ($97/year)
Jetsetter ($220/year)
Trailblazer ($399/year)
provides a different annual points allowance (except Liftoff, which doesn't include points) that refreshes when your subscription renews. You can use your points to reserve lounge access and purchase additional points through the app if you need more.
Higher tiers not only come with more points but also reduce the per-point price when buying extra.
Points are the currency you use in the Liftoff app to book VIP lounge visits. Most plans — Liftoff, Explorer, Jetsetter and Trailblazer — include a points allowance that is deposited into your account whenever your subscription renews. Liftoff does not include points. You spend points to reserve lounges and you can top up your balance at any time through the app. If you cancel your membership, any remaining points expire 30 days after cancellation.
Additional points can be purchased directly in the Sanctifly app from your mobile. All plans allow you to buy more points whenever you need them, and the per-point price decreases on higher-tier plans. Purchased points are added to your account immediately and are non-refundable. If you cancel your membership, any remaining points expire 30 days after cancellation.