How to travel from Makassar to Komodo, Indonesia

The distance between Makassar and Komodo is around 432km (268 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take a ferry which takes around 6h 45m.

2 routes found

We've found 2 different ways to get from Makassar to Komodo by ferry and plane. 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 Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) to Labuan Bajo (LBJ) then take a ferry to Komodo National Park.

  • Duration6h 45m
  • Flight time3hrs
  • Typical cost
    IDR 2,381,495($160)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Ferry

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

  • Duration1 day 5h
  • Departstwice a week
  • Typical cost
    IDR 194,715($13)
Operated by

Multiple ferry operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Makassar and Komodo

There are several options for getting from Makassar to Komodo by ferry and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around IDR 194,715 ($13) and will take around 1 day 5h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take a ferry and arrive in approximately 6h 45m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 2,381,495 ($160).

The distance between Makassar and Komodo is around 432km (268 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 371km (230 miles)

It takes around 1 day 5h to get from Makassar and Komodo by ferry.

The quickest way to get from Makassar to Komodo is to fly and then take a ferry which takes around 6h 45m and will set you back approx IDR 2,381,495 ($160).

The cheapest way to travel between Makassar and Komodo is to take a ferry which will typically cost around IDR 194,715 ($13) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Makassar and Komodo. We recommend that you fly from Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) to Labuan Bajo (LBJ) then take a ferry to Komodo National Park. instead which will take 6h 45m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Makassar and Komodo. We recommend that you fly from Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) to Labuan Bajo (LBJ) then take a ferry to Komodo National Park. instead which will take 6h 45m.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Makassar and Komodo. The ferry typically takes around 1 day 5h and departs twice a week.

Pelni run the ferry services between Makassar and Komodo. Ferries run twice a week and take around 1 day 5h on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Makassar to Komodo. We recommend that you fly from Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) to Labuan Bajo (LBJ) then take a ferry to Komodo National Park. instead which will take 6h 45m.

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 Makassar to Komodo. We recommend that you take a ferry to Labuhanbajo and then to Komodo National Park. instead which will take 1 day 5h.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Makassar to Komodo is to take a ferry which takes, on average, 1 day 5h and will usually cost around IDR 194,715 ($13).

How do I get from Makassar to Komodo

Compare travel optionsbetween Makassar and Komodo

Transport options from Makassar to Komodo
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Plane and Ferry
6h 45m
IDR 2,381,495($160)
once daily1,655km (1,028 miles)
Ferry
1 day 5h
IDR 194,715($13)
twice a week432km (268 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Makassar and Komodo

Airlines

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