How to travel from Mataram to Komodo, Indonesia

The distance between Mataram and Komodo is around 602km (374 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 5h 20m.

3 routes found

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

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

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Fly

Fly from Lombok (LOP) to Tambolaka (TMC).

  • Duration5h 20m
  • Flight time2h 10m
  • Typical cost
    IDR 1,228,190($82)
Operated by

Multiple plane operators

1 similiar route

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Ferry

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

  • Duration1 day 7h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    IDR 254,625($17)
Operated by

Multiple ferry operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Mataram and Komodo

There are several options for getting from Mataram to Komodo by ferry and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around IDR 254,625 ($17) and will take around 1 day 7h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 5h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 1,228,190 ($82).

The distance between Mataram and Komodo is around 602km (374 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 380km (236 miles)

It takes around 1 day 7h to get from Mataram and Komodo by ferry.

The quickest way to get from Mataram to Komodo is to fly which takes around 5h 20m and will set you back approx IDR 1,228,190 ($82).

The cheapest way to travel between Mataram and Komodo is to take a ferry which will typically cost around IDR 254,625 ($17) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Mataram and Komodo. We recommend that you fly from Lombok (LOP) to Tambolaka (TMC). instead which will take 5h 20m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Mataram and Komodo. We recommend that you fly from Lombok (LOP) to Tambolaka (TMC). instead which will take 5h 20m.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Mataram and Komodo. The ferry typically takes around 1 day 7h and departs once a week.

Pelni run the ferry services between Mataram and Komodo. Ferries run once a week and take around 1 day 7h on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Mataram and Komodo. Flights depart from Lombok (LOP) and arrive at Tambolaka (TMC) - via Ngurah Rai (DPS). The flight takes around 2h 10m.

There is no direct flight from Mataram to Komodo. There is however a flight that goes via Ngurah Rai (DPS). This services will take at least 5h 20m (not including layover time).

The flight from Mataram to Komodo typically takes around 2h 10m. Flights depart from Lombok (LOP) and and arrive into Tambolaka (TMC).

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 Mataram to Komodo. We recommend that you take a ferry to Labuhanbajo and then to Komodo National Park. instead which will take 1 day 7h.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Mataram to Komodo is to take a ferry which takes, on average, 1 day 7h and will usually cost around IDR 254,625 ($17).

How do I get from Mataram to Komodo

Compare travel optionsbetween Mataram and Komodo

Transport options from Mataram to Komodo
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
5h 20m
IDR 1,228,190($82)
hourly709km (440 miles)
Plane and Ferry6h 45m
IDR 1,677,530($110)
once daily730km (454 miles)
Ferry
1 day 7h
IDR 254,625($17)
once a week602km (374 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Mataram 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