How to travel from Mataram to Jayapura, Indonesia

The distance between Mataram and Jayapura is around 4,111km (2,554 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 9h 10m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Mataram to Jayapura by plane, ferry, bus and train. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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Fly

Fly from Lombok (LOP) to Jayapura (DJJ).

  • Duration9h 10m
  • Flight time7h 25m
  • Typical cost
    IDR 7,713,645($515)
Operated by

Garuda Indonesia

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1 similiar route

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Ferry

Take a ferry to Makassar and then to Jayapura.

  • Duration6 days 21h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    IDR 1,138,325($76)
Operated by

Pelni

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Ferry, Bus and Train

Take a ferry to Serangan then take the bus to Banyuwangi then take the train to Surabaya Kota then take a ferry to Wasior and then to Jayapura.

  • Duration6 days 6h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    IDR 2,426,430($160)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Mataram and Jayapura

There are several options for getting from Mataram to Jayapura by plane, ferry, bus and train. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around IDR 1,138,325 ($76) and will take around 6 days 21h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 9h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 7,713,645 ($515).

The distance between Mataram and Jayapura is around 4,111km (2,554 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 2,802km (1,741 miles)

It takes around 9h 10m to get from Mataram and Jayapura by plane.

The quickest way to get from Mataram to Jayapura is to fly which takes around 9h 10m and will set you back approx IDR 7,713,645 ($515).

The cheapest way to travel between Mataram and Jayapura is to take a ferry which will typically cost around IDR 1,138,325 ($76) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Mataram and Jayapura. We recommend that you fly from Lombok (LOP) to Jayapura (DJJ). instead which will take 9h 10m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Mataram and Jayapura. We recommend that you fly from Lombok (LOP) to Jayapura (DJJ). instead which will take 9h 10m.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Mataram and Jayapura. The ferry typically takes around 6 days 21h and departs once a week.

Pelni run the ferry services between Mataram and Jayapura. Ferries run once a week and take around 6 days 21h on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Mataram and Jayapura. Flights depart from Lombok (LOP) and arrive at Jayapura (DJJ) - via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). The flight takes around 7h 25m.

There is no direct flight from Mataram to Jayapura. There is however a flight that goes via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). This services will take at least 9h 10m (not including layover time).

The flight from Mataram to Jayapura typically takes around 7h 25m. Flights depart from Lombok (LOP) and and arrive into Jayapura (DJJ).

The closest major airport to Jayapura is Sentani Airport (DJJ) (DJJ) which is approximately 21km (13 miles) from Jayapura. Wamena Airport (WMX) (WMX) and Nop Goliath Airport (DEX) (DEX) 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 Mataram to Jayapura. We recommend that you fly from Lombok (LOP) to Jayapura (DJJ). instead which will take 9h 10m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Mataram to Jayapura is to fly which takes, on average, 9h 10m and will usually cost around IDR 7,713,645 ($515).

How do I get from Mataram to Jayapura

Compare travel optionsbetween Mataram and Jayapura

Transport options from Mataram to Jayapura
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
9h 10m
IDR 7,713,645($515)
hourly4,942km (3,071 miles)
Ferry, Bus and Plane12h 30m
IDR 9,226,420($615)
twice daily4,960km (3,082 miles)
Ferry
6 days 21h
IDR 1,138,325($76)
once a week4,111km (2,554 miles)
Ferry, Bus and Train
6 days 6h
IDR 2,426,430($160)
once a week4,598km (2,857 miles)

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Airports near Jayapura

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

DJJ
Sentani Airport (DJJ)
International Airport
Distance
21km (13 miles) from Jayapura
WMX
Wamena Airport (WMX)
Domestic Airport
Distance
261km (162 miles) from Jayapura
DEX
Nop Goliath Airport (DEX)
Domestic Airport
Distance
291km (181 miles) from Jayapura