Sorong travel guide
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You're Going to Love Sorong
With a population of 125,535, Sorong is the largest city in West Papua, 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 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Sorong has to offer.
When to visit Sorong
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Sorong in April, when the average temperature is 29 °C, and the highest can go up to 32 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is June, when it can get as cold as 25 °C, with an average temperature of 27 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 340 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Sorong, with an average rainfall of 160 mm.
How to Get to Sorong
Plane
When flying to Sorong, you’ll arrive at Sorong Jefman (SOQ), which is located 2 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Sorong from Australia departs from Perth and takes around 12h 40m.
Airports near Sorong
Airlines serving Sorong
Where to stay in popular areas of Sorong
Hiring a car in Sorong
Expect to pay $1.39 per litre in Sorong (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $16.64 and $22.19.