How to travel from Gili Islands to Gorontalo, Indonesia

The distance between Gili Islands and Gorontalo is around 1,519km (944 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a ferry and then fly which takes around 7h 40m.

2 routes found

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

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

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Ferry and Plane

Take a ferry to Sanur then fly from Ngurah Rai (DPS) to Gorontalo (GTO).

  • Duration7h 40m
  • Flight time2h 50m
  • Typical cost
    IDR 6,200,875($415)
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Ferry, Bus and Plane

Take a ferry to Bangsal then take the bus to Kuta Lombok Airport then fly from Lombok (LOP) to Gorontalo (GTO).

  • Duration8h 10m
  • Flight time5hrs
  • Typical cost
    IDR 5,946,250($395)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Gili Islands and Gorontalo

There are several options for getting from Gili Islands to Gorontalo by ferry, plane and bus. The cheapest option is to take a ferry, then take the bus and then fly which costs around IDR 5,946,250 ($395) and will take around 8h 10m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take a ferry and then fly and arrive in approximately 7h 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 6,200,875 ($415).

The distance between Gili Islands and Gorontalo is around 1,519km (944 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,234km (767 miles)

It takes around 7h 40m to get from Gili Islands and Gorontalo by ferry and plane.

The quickest way to get from Gili Islands to Gorontalo is to take a ferry and then fly which takes around 7h 40m and will set you back approx IDR 6,200,875 ($415).

The cheapest way to travel between Gili Islands and Gorontalo is to take a ferry, then take the bus and then fly which will typically cost around IDR 5,946,250 ($395) for a standard one-way ticket.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Gili Islands to Gorontalo. We recommend that you take a ferry to Sanur then fly from Ngurah Rai (DPS) to Gorontalo (GTO). instead which will take 7h 40m.

The closest major airport to Gorontalo is Tolotio Airport (GTO) (GTO) which is approximately 45km (28 miles) from Gorontalo. S. Aminuddin Amir Airport (LUW) (LUW) and Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC) (MDC) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Gili Islands to Gorontalo is to take a ferry and then fly which takes, on average, 7h 40m and will usually cost around IDR 6,200,875 ($415).

How do I get from Gili Islands to Gorontalo

Compare travel optionsbetween Gili Islands and Gorontalo

Transport options from Gili Islands to Gorontalo
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Ferry and Plane
7h 40m
IDR 6,200,875($415)
once daily1,519km (944 miles)
Ferry, Bus and Plane
8h 10m
IDR 5,946,250($395)
once daily3,142km (1,952 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Gili Islands and Gorontalo

Airlines

Ferry operators

Airports near Gorontalo

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

GTO
Tolotio Airport (GTO)
Domestic Airport
Distance
45km (28 miles) from Gorontalo
LUW
S. Aminuddin Amir Airport (LUW)
Domestic Airport
Distance
199km (123 miles) from Gorontalo
MDC
Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC)
International Airport
Distance
289km (180 miles) from Gorontalo