How to get there
Bali to Labuan Bajo (Komodo)
Flying is the only sensible option. The direct flight from Bali to Labuan Bajo takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Our pick
Just fly. The sea alternative is a multi-day liveaboard, not a transfer. Book early, since limited daily capacity pushes fares up in June to September and December. Take a morning flight: afternoon delays are common at this small airport.
Your options
Domestic flight (DPS to LBJ)
Around $60 to $120 one way (working estimate), higher in peak months- Duration:
- About 1 hour 15 minutes
- Frequency:
- Several daily on the main carriers
Do not book a same-day Komodo tour connection too tight, since flights can be delayed.
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Common questions
- How long is the flight from Bali to Labuan Bajo?
- About 1 hour 15 minutes direct.
- How much does it cost?
- As a working estimate, around $60 to $120 one way, depending on season and how far ahead you book.
- Is there a way to get there by boat?
- Only as a multi-day liveaboard across the islands, which is an experience in itself rather than a transfer. For a straightforward trip, fly.
- Anything to watch out for?
- Labuan Bajo airport is small, afternoon weather can delay flights, and seats sell out in peak months, so book ahead and favour a morning departure.
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