Sleeping in Airports

Surabaya Juanda Airport Guide

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(photo courtesy of a guest reviewer / November 2024)

Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Surabaya Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit.  Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.

The check-in area at this airport is not open during the night to sleep, in fact, they said we could stay inside but that we were not allowed to lay down on the benches. – mariayoshiko

SUB Airport Overview

surabaya juanda airport guideTo help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Surabaya Juanda Airport.

What to Expect

Surabaya Juanda Airport (code: SUB) is divided into two terminals. Terminal 1 handles domestic traffic, and Terminal 2 primarily serves International routes. Amenities include a variety of shops and eateries and free WiFi. A landside convenience store in T1 is open 24 hours. Economy class passengers can pay to enter two airport lounges.

Sleeping in Surabaya Juanda Airport

The airport closes nightly, from 11:00 PM until 3:00 AM, so overnight stays are impossible. For uninterrupted sleep, a hotel is located in Terminal 1. Nearby hotels offer shuttle service.  See the Airport Hotels section below for locations.

Read the latest traveller airport reviews for more tips. For more airport information, continue scrolling down to explore more in our Surabaya Juanda Airport Guide.

In this guide we may refer to locations as “landside” and “airside”. Landside is the public area of the terminal located in the non-secure zone, before security. Airside is the secure area of the terminal that you must reach by going through security.   

Airport Hours

The airport is open 3:00 AM – 11:00 PM. (Reader update, October 2016)

Rest & Relaxation Zones

No dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones exist. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.

Cots

The airport does not provide cots to stranded travellers. If this has changed, click here to update the guide.

Airport Hotels

If sleeping in the airport sounds like a nightmare, there are several guest houses and hotels near Surabaya Juanda Airport:

  • Ibis Budget Surabaya Airport – Located in Terminal 1 (Domestic). Free shuttle service to Terminal 2 (International). » Check Rates
  • Halogen Hotel – Located near Terminal 2 (International). A 15-minute ride from Terminal 1 (Domestic). Free airport shuttle to both terminals. » Check Rates

For more options, visit Tripadvisor to see a list of hotels near Surabaya Airport that can be sorted by price, distance, traveller rating and popularity.

Airport Lounges

Pay-per-use, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Memberships

If you are an economy class traveller, you can enter the following lounge at Surabaya Airport through a lounge membership program.

Terminal 1
  • Blue Sky Executive Lounge – Location: Terminal 1A, Airside, Domestic Departures, 1st Floor, next to Gates 7 & 8. Lounge Access: unknown.
Terminal 2
  • Concordia Premier Lounge – Location: Terminal 2, Airside, International Departures, 2nd Floor, after the 2nd security checks and immigration. Lounge Access: Prepaid lounge passes • Lounge membership programs.
  • Concordia Blue Sky Premier Lounge – Location: Terminal 2, Airside, Domestic Departures, 2nd Floor, next to Gate 5. Lounge Access:  Lounge membership programs.

Other Lounges

There are a few other lounges at Surabaya Airport, but we don’t have any information about the access info:

  • Garuda Executive Lounge – Location: Domestic departures, airside, T2.
  • Trowulan Lounge – Location: Departures, T1 A, LG.I2-1.
  • Singosari Lounge – Location: Departures, T1 B.

Drinking Water

Information is unavailable. Does the airport have water fountains or water bottle refill stations? Click here to update this guide.

Food & Drinks

Restaurants and coffee shops are available, with many operating from approximately 4:00 AM – 10:00 PM. There are no 24-hour options.

Cafeteria Mandai (landside) and Diplomat Cafe (airside) are reported to operate from 1:00 AM – 11:00 PM. Diplomat Cafe also offers a smoking room and WiFi.

Luggage Storage & Lockers

Unavailable. If this is incorrect, click here to update this guide.

Mobile Charging

Free charging points are available in Terminal 2, 2nd Floor, near the children’s play area.

Showers

Showers are available in the airport lounges. See Airport Lounges above.

WiFi/Internet

Free WiFi and internet stations are available. (Reader update, October 2016)

Security & Safety

Sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:

  • Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is located and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
  • Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
  • Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who woke up without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
  • Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay awake, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.

More Airport Information

More Services, Facilities & Things To Do On A Layover

Note: Locations, hours, and rates may change. Information is provided for general reference only.

  • ATMs / Cash Machines – ATMs are available in both terminals, landside on the ground floors. Fees may apply; check with your bank before travelling.
  • Baby Care Services – Baby care rooms for diaper changing are available. Location: Terminal 1, airside, across from Gates 5 and 10.
  • Children’s Play Area – Play areas are available in both terminals. Locations: Terminal 1, airside, across from Gate 5; Terminal 2, airside, 2nd Floor.
  • Currency Exchange – Currency exchange services are available in the arrivals area of Terminal 2 (domestic).
  • Duty-Free & Shopping – Duty-free and a small selection of shops are available, including Circle K and Alfamart.
  • Information Desk – Information desks are located in the main areas of both terminals.
  • Luggage Wrapping – Baggage wrapping service available in Terminal 2 (International), landside.
  • Medical Services – First aid stations are available in both terminals. Terminal 2: 2nd Floor, beside the children’s play area. Terminal 1: 1st Floor, central hall.
  • Smoking – Smoking is permitted inside the Diplomat Cafe. Designated smoking rooms are also available in Terminal 1, landside and airside.
Airlines
Surabaya Juanda Airport is served by the following airlines: Air Asia • Airfast Indonesia • Batik Air • Cathay Pacific • China Airlines • Citilink Indonesia • Garuda Indonesia • JetStar • Lion Air • Malaysia Airlines • Nam Air • Royal Brunei Airways • Saudia • Scoot • SilkAir • Singapore Airlines • Sriwijaya Air • Susi Air • Trigana Air Services • Wings Air. (information provided by a reader)
Airport Transportation: Getting To/From The Airport

Airport Bus

DAMRI operates three bus services between the airport and Purabaya Station, Tanjung Perak Station and Bunder Gresik Station. Airport bus stops are available in front of both terminals. At the time of this update, the price per ticket ranges from Rp 25,000. to Rp 40,000.

Car Rentals

Car rentals are available onsite. At the time of this update, no further information is available.

Hotel Shuttles

See also Airport Hotels above.

Taxis

Prepaid taxis are readily available for hire in the ground transportation area. Stop at the Prima Taxi booth in the Arrivals hall to pay for your ride. You will receive a ticket to give to your taxi driver before boarding.

Last updated: 2026-03-27

This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning.  All information, including rates and hours, is subject to change at any time without notice.   The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers, and their websites. We are not representatives of any of the above-mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or  write a review.