Airport
Dr. Ferdinand Lumban Tobing Airport (FLZ)
Dr. Ferdinand Lumban Tobing Airport is a domestic gateway serving Sibolga and the western coast of North Sumatra. Compare transfer options to Sibolga, Pandan, Pinangsori, Barus, and onward routes toward Medan, Padang, and Nias.
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About Dr. Ferdinand Lumban Tobing Airport
Dr. Ferdinand Lumban Tobing Airport serves Sibolga and the surrounding Central Tapanuli area on the western coast of North Sumatra. It is a small domestic airport that connects the region with Medan and other Indonesian destinations, supporting both local residents and travelers visiting the Tapanuli coastline.
The airport is located in Pinangsori, Central Tapanuli Regency, about 30 km from central Sibolga. Its single domestic terminal has been expanded over time from a small pioneer facility into a more modern passenger building, improving the experience for arrivals and departures on regional routes.
Historically, the site began as an airfield during the colonial era and later operated as Pinangsori Pioneer Airport before being named after Dr. Ferdinand Lumban Tobing, a respected North Sumatran physician and public figure. Today it functions as a practical gateway for the area.
Visitors can reach the airport by road using taxis, private transfers, rental cars, or local transport, with the journey to Sibolga normally taking around 40 to 50 minutes depending on traffic and road conditions.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Dr. Ferdinand Lumban Tobing Airport operates a single domestic passenger terminal. The terminal combines departure and arrival areas within one compact building and handles domestic flights.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Dr. Ferdinand Lumban Tobing Airport
Transfers
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Hourly Chauffeur
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Car Rental
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Bus & Group Transfers
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