How to travel from East Nusa Tenggara to Manokwari, Indonesia

The distance between East Nusa Tenggara and Manokwari is around 2,197km (1,365 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 50m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from East Nusa Tenggara to Manokwari by plane and ferry. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out ManokwariEast Nusa Tenggara if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly to Manokwari (MKW)

Fly from Maumere (MOF) to Manokwari (MKW).

  • Duration4h 50m
  • Flight time4h 40m
  • Typical cost
    IDR 5,332,150($355)
Operated by

Wings Air

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3 similiar routes

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Ferry

Take a ferry to Makassar and then to Manokwari.

  • Duration4 days 19h
  • Departstwice a week
  • Typical cost
    IDR 898,675($60)
Operated by

Pelni

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between East Nusa Tenggara and Manokwari

There are several options for getting from East Nusa Tenggara to Manokwari by plane and ferry. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around IDR 898,675 ($60) and will take around 4 days 19h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 5,332,150 ($355).

The distance between East Nusa Tenggara and Manokwari is around 2,197km (1,365 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,711km (1,063 miles)

It takes around 7h 40m to get from East Nusa Tenggara and Manokwari by plane.

The quickest way to get from East Nusa Tenggara to Manokwari is to fly which takes around 4h 50m and will set you back approx IDR 5,332,150 ($355).

The cheapest way to travel between East Nusa Tenggara and Manokwari is to take a ferry which will typically cost around IDR 898,675 ($60) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between East Nusa Tenggara and Manokwari. We recommend that you fly from Maumere (MOF) to Manokwari (MKW). instead which will take 4h 50m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between East Nusa Tenggara and Manokwari. We recommend that you fly from Maumere (MOF) to Manokwari (MKW). instead which will take 4h 50m.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between East Nusa Tenggara and Manokwari. The ferry typically takes around 4 days 19h and departs twice a week.

Pelni run the ferry services between East Nusa Tenggara and Manokwari. Ferries run twice a week and take around 4 days 19h on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from East Nusa Tenggara and Manokwari. Flights depart from Labuan Bajo (LBJ) and arrive at Manokwari (MKW) - via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). The flight takes around 7h 35m.

There is no direct flight from East Nusa Tenggara to Manokwari. There is however a flight that goes via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK) and Sorong (SOQ). This services will take at least 7h 40m (not including layover time).

The flight from East Nusa Tenggara to Manokwari typically takes around 7h 35m. Flights depart from Labuan Bajo (LBJ) 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 East Nusa Tenggara to Manokwari. We recommend that you fly from Labuan Bajo (LBJ) to Manokwari (MKW). instead which will take 7h 40m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from East Nusa Tenggara to Manokwari is to fly which takes, on average, 7h 40m and will usually cost around IDR 8,297,785 ($555).

How do I get from East Nusa Tenggara to Manokwari

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Transport options from East Nusa Tenggara to Manokwari
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly to Manokwari (MKW) + 3 similar
4h 50m
IDR 5,332,150($355)
on demand2,197km (1,365 miles)
Fly to Manokwari (MKW)6hrs
IDR 5,646,690($375)
on demand2,908km (1,807 miles)
Fly7h 40m
IDR 8,297,785($555)
on demand4,589km (2,851 miles)
Fly to Manokwari (MKW)8h 15m
IDR 7,159,460($480)
on demand5,042km (3,133 miles)
Ferry
4 days 19h
IDR 898,675($60)
twice a week2,947km (1,831 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between East Nusa Tenggara and Manokwari

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Ferry operators

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