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Meulaboh
Spend a half‑day in Meulaboh to see the waterfront and market, then catch a flight back to Medan; longer stays need a dedicated beach or cultural focus.
Meulaboh is a small coastal town in Aceh, reachable by a short flight from Medan. Its main attractions are the waterfront, local market and nearby fishing villages. With limited services, a single half‑day visit is enough unless you plan beach or community‑based activities.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- IDR
- Best months
- Apr–Oct
- avoid Dec–Feb (rainy season)
- Airport
- MEQ
- Nights
- 1
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Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Meulaboh110 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Meulaboh, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Rupiah (Rp) in small notes for warungs, parking, offerings and drivers; large cards are common in tourist restaurants but not everywhere.Indonesia-wide
- SIM or eSIMcheckTelkomsel, XL and Indosat sell tourist SIMs at airports; foreign phones must be IMEI-registered if staying over 90 days — check.Indonesia-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap; refill stations common in Bali.Indonesia-wide
- TippingRestaurants: Often 10% service + tax on the bill; nothing more needed.Indonesia-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/F. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Indonesia-wide
- SafetyMeulaboh is generally safe for day visitors; stay aware of limited services and natural hazard alerts.
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- RestroomsWestern in hotels and cafés; squat toilets with a water scoop elsewhere; paper in the bin.Indonesia-wide
- Emergency numbers110 police · 118 ambulance · 112 General emergency (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysBali shuts completely for Nyepi; government offices close Friday midday for prayer; Lebaran slows the country for two weeks.Indonesia-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportMEQ Cut Nyak Dien Airport (≈20 km (12 mi) south of town; few daily flights to Medan).MEQ Cut Nyak Dien Airport (≈12 mi (20 km) south of town; few daily flights to Medan).
- Getting aroundWalk or use motorbike taxis (ojek); no public bus network.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Street or quick mealStreet food (fried fish, rice)Rp 5,000–15,000
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Motorbike taxi (10 km (6.2 mi))Motorbike taxi (6.2 mi (10 km))checkRp 15,000–25,000
- Budget bedGuesthouse room, a night, per roomRp150,000
- Mid-range bedGuesthouse room, a night, per roomRp250,000
- High-end bedGuesthouse room, a night, per roomRp400,000
A day, not counting the bed: Budget Rp120,000 · Mid Rp250,000 · High Rp400,000
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- MEQ Cut Nyak Dien Airport (≈20 km (12 mi) south of town; few daily flights to Medan)MEQ Cut Nyak Dien Airport (≈12 mi (20 km) south of town; few daily flights to Medan)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Feb
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Mar
not flagged
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Apr
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
May
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Jun
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Jul
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Aug
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Sep
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Oct
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Nov
not flagged
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Dec
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Best: Apr–Oct. Avoid: Dec–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Mar (32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)), coolest Jan (23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C) low), wettest Nov (19 rain days), driest Jun (12). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Meulaboh: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
17 rd
Feb
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
14 rd
Mar
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
16 rd
Apr
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
17 rd
May
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
15 rd
Jun
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
12 rd
Jul
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
12 rd
Aug
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
13 rd
Sep
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
15 rd
Oct
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
18 rd
Nov
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
19 rd
Dec
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
19 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Walk or use motorbike taxis (ojek); no public bus network.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Banda Aceh
cautionDoor to door: ≈5 h
Bus or car, about 175 km (109 mi) north; 4–5 h travelBus or car, about 109 mi (175 km) north; 4–5 h travel
Long day; consider overnight in Banda Aceh.
Seaside fishing villages
goDoor to door: ≈30 min total
Motorbike taxi, 15–30 min each
Short rides for local culture and fresh seafood.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Local guesthouses
Basic rooms near the town centre; suitable for 1–2 nights
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- Rp 120,000–200,000 excl. bed
- Mid
- Rp 200,000–350,000 excl. bed
- High
- Rp 350,000+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Guesthouse room1 × 1 night × Rp150,000 | Rp150,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × Rp120,000 | Rp120,000 |
| Cut Nyak Dien ↔ Medan flight (round‑trip)1 × Rp900,000 · check | Rp900,000 |
| Motorbike taxi ride (10 km)1 × Rp20,000 · check | Rp20,000 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | Rp119,000 |
| Trip total≈ Rp1,309,000 per person per day, bed included | Rp1,309,000≈ US$80 |
2026 estimate in IDR; flights and accommodation excluded.
Prices of common things
| Street food (fried fish, rice) | Rp 5,000–15,000 |
| Bottled water (500 ml) | Rp 2,000–4,000 |
| Motorbike taxi (10 km)check | Rp 15,000–25,000 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Limited medical facilities; carry basic supplies.
- Tsunami risk remains; heed local warnings.
- Flight schedules can change; confirm before travel (check).
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 110
- Ambulance
- 118
- General emergency
- 112
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Emergency
- Police110
- Ambulance118
- General emergency112
Embassy
The US consulate is in Banda Aceh; travel there for consular services (check address).
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Cut Nyak Dien → Medan flight: about Rp 1,200,000 one way (check)
- Motorbike taxi within town: Rp 15,000–25,000 per short ride
Say or show
- Maaf — Excuse me / Sorry (ma-fah)
- Terima kasih — Thank you (tuh-ree-mah kah-see)
- Berapa harganya? — How much is it? (buh-rah-pah har-gah-nyah)
- Di mana kamar mandi? — Where is the bathroom? (dee mah-nah kah-mar man-dee)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Meulaboh. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Apr–Oct · avoid Dec–Feb (rainy season) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a night in a beachfront homestay for a relaxed stay.
- Include a guided visit to tsunami memorial sites.
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