How to travel from Denpasar to Komodo, Indonesia

The distance between Denpasar and Komodo is around 587km (365 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take a ferry which takes around 4h 55m.

2 routes found

We've found 2 different ways to get from Denpasar to Komodo by plane and ferry. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Plane and Ferry

Fly from Ngurah Rai (DPS) to Labuan Bajo (LBJ) then take a ferry to Komodo National Park.

  • Duration4h 55m
  • Flight time1h 20m
  • Typical cost
    IDR 1,228,190($82)
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Ferry

Take a ferry to Labuhanbajo and then to Komodo National Park.

  • Duration1 day 11h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    IDR 254,625($17)
Operated by

Multiple ferry operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Denpasar and Komodo

There are several options for getting from Denpasar to Komodo by plane and ferry. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around IDR 254,625 ($17) and will take around 1 day 11h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take a ferry and arrive in approximately 4h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 1,228,190 ($82).

The distance between Denpasar and Komodo is around 587km (365 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 478km (297 miles)

It takes around 4h 55m to get from Denpasar and Komodo by plane and ferry.

The quickest way to get from Denpasar to Komodo is to fly and then take a ferry which takes around 4h 55m and will set you back approx IDR 1,228,190 ($82).

The cheapest way to travel between Denpasar and Komodo is to take a ferry which will typically cost around IDR 254,625 ($17) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Denpasar and Komodo. We recommend that you fly from Ngurah Rai (DPS) to Labuan Bajo (LBJ) then take a ferry to Komodo National Park. instead which will take 4h 55m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Denpasar and Komodo. We recommend that you fly from Ngurah Rai (DPS) to Labuan Bajo (LBJ) then take a ferry to Komodo National Park. instead which will take 4h 55m.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Denpasar and Komodo. The ferry typically takes around 1 day 11h and departs once a week.

Pelni run the ferry services between Denpasar and Komodo. Ferries run once a week and take around 1 day 11h on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Denpasar to Komodo. We recommend that you fly from Ngurah Rai (DPS) to Labuan Bajo (LBJ) then take a ferry to Komodo National Park. instead which will take 4h 55m.

The closest major airport to Komodo is Komodo Airport (LBJ) (LBJ) which is approximately 36km (23 miles) from Komodo. Sultan Muhammad Salahuddin Airport (BMU) (BMU) and Zainuddin Abdul Madjid International Airport (LOP) (LOP) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Denpasar to Komodo. We recommend that you fly from Ngurah Rai (DPS) to Labuan Bajo (LBJ) then take a ferry to Komodo National Park. instead which will take 4h 55m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Denpasar to Komodo is to fly and then take a ferry which takes, on average, 4h 55m and will usually cost around IDR 1,228,190 ($82).

How do I get from Denpasar to Komodo

Compare travel optionsbetween Denpasar and Komodo

Transport options from Denpasar to Komodo
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Plane and Ferry
4h 55m
IDR 1,228,190($82)
once daily587km (365 miles)
Ferry
1 day 11h
IDR 254,625($17)
once a week692km (430 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Denpasar and Komodo

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Ferry operators

Airports near Komodo

The following major airports near Komodo offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Indonesia and internationally.

LBJ
Komodo Airport (LBJ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
36km (23 miles) from Komodo
BMU
Sultan Muhammad Salahuddin Airport (BMU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
96km (59 miles) from Komodo
LOP
Zainuddin Abdul Madjid International Airport (LOP)
International Airport
Distance
363km (225 miles) from Komodo