How to travel from Denpasar to Manokwari, Indonesia

The distance between Denpasar and Manokwari is around 3,097km (1,925 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 7h 15m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Denpasar to Manokwari by plane, bus, ferry and train. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out ManokwariDenpasar if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Ngurah Rai (DPS) to Manokwari (MKW).

  • Duration7h 15m
  • Flight time6h 55m
  • Typical cost
    IDR 7,713,645($515)
Operated by

Batik Air

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Ferry

Take a ferry to Bau-Bau and then to Manokwari.

  • Duration7 days 18h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    IDR 943,610($63)
Operated by

Pelni

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Bus, Ferry and Train

Take the bus to Gilimanuk then take a ferry to Ketapang then take the train to Surabaya Kota then take a ferry to Manokwari.

  • Duration4 days 11h
  • Departstwice a week
  • Typical cost
    IDR 988,545($66)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Denpasar and Manokwari

There are several options for getting from Denpasar to Manokwari by plane, bus, ferry and train. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around IDR 943,610 ($63) and will take around 7 days 18h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 7h 15m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 7,713,645 ($515).

The distance between Denpasar and Manokwari is around 3,097km (1,925 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 2,261km (1,405 miles)

It takes around 7h 15m to get from Denpasar and Manokwari by plane.

The quickest way to get from Denpasar to Manokwari is to fly which takes around 7h 15m and will set you back approx IDR 7,713,645 ($515).

The cheapest way to travel between Denpasar and Manokwari is to take a ferry which will typically cost around IDR 943,610 ($63) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Denpasar and Manokwari. We recommend that you fly from Ngurah Rai (DPS) to Manokwari (MKW). instead which will take 7h 15m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Denpasar and Manokwari. We recommend that you fly from Ngurah Rai (DPS) to Manokwari (MKW). instead which will take 7h 15m.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Denpasar and Manokwari. The ferry typically takes around 7 days 18h and departs once a week.

Pelni run the ferry services between Denpasar and Manokwari. Ferries run once a week and take around 7 days 18h on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Denpasar and Manokwari. Flights depart from Ngurah Rai (DPS) and arrive at Manokwari (MKW) - via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). The flight takes around 6h 55m.

There is no direct flight from Denpasar to Manokwari. There is however a flight that goes via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK) and Sorong (SOQ). This services will take at least 7h 15m (not including layover time).

The flight from Denpasar to Manokwari typically takes around 6h 55m. Flights depart from Ngurah Rai (DPS) and and arrive into Manokwari (MKW).

The closest major airport to Manokwari is Rendani Airport (MKW) (MKW) which is approximately 4km (3 miles) from Manokwari. Frans Kaisiepo Airport (BIK) (BIK) and Sentani Airport (DJJ) (DJJ) 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 Manokwari. We recommend that you fly from Ngurah Rai (DPS) to Manokwari (MKW). instead which will take 7h 15m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Denpasar to Manokwari is to fly which takes, on average, 7h 15m and will usually cost around IDR 7,713,645 ($515).

How do I get from Denpasar to Manokwari

Compare travel optionsbetween Denpasar and Manokwari

Transport options from Denpasar to Manokwari
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
7h 15m
IDR 7,713,645($515)
on demand4,100km (2,548 miles)
Ferry
7 days 18h
IDR 943,610($63)
once a week3,097km (1,925 miles)
Bus, Ferry and Train
4 days 11h
IDR 988,545($66)
twice a week3,282km (2,039 miles)

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Airports near Manokwari

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

MKW
Rendani Airport (MKW)
Domestic Airport
Distance
4km (3 miles) from Manokwari
BIK
Frans Kaisiepo Airport (BIK)
Domestic Airport
Distance
229km (142 miles) from Manokwari
DJJ
Sentani Airport (DJJ)
International Airport
Distance
740km (460 miles) from Manokwari