How to travel from Mataram to Manokwari, Indonesia

The distance between Mataram and Manokwari is around 3,007km (1,868 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 8h 20m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Mataram to Manokwari 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 ManokwariMataram if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Lombok (LOP) to Manokwari (MKW).

  • Duration8h 20m
  • Flight time7hrs
  • Typical cost
    IDR 6,979,725($465)
Operated by

Batik Air

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Ferry

Take a ferry to Bau-Bau and then to Manokwari.

  • Duration7 days 14h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    IDR 913,655($61)
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 Namlea and then to Manokwari.

  • Duration4 days 14h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    IDR 2,141,850($145)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Mataram and Manokwari

There are several options for getting from Mataram to Manokwari by plane, ferry, bus and train. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around IDR 913,655 ($61) and will take around 7 days 14h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 8h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 6,979,725 ($465).

The distance between Mataram and Manokwari is around 3,007km (1,868 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 2,167km (1,347 miles)

It takes around 8h 20m to get from Mataram and Manokwari by plane.

The quickest way to get from Mataram to Manokwari is to fly which takes around 8h 20m and will set you back approx IDR 6,979,725 ($465).

The cheapest way to travel between Mataram and Manokwari is to take a ferry which will typically cost around IDR 913,655 ($61) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Mataram and Manokwari. We recommend that you fly from Lombok (LOP) to Manokwari (MKW). instead which will take 8h 20m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Mataram and Manokwari. We recommend that you fly from Lombok (LOP) to Manokwari (MKW). instead which will take 8h 20m.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Mataram and Manokwari. The ferry typically takes around 7 days 14h and departs once a week.

Pelni run the ferry services between Mataram and Manokwari. Ferries run once a week and take around 7 days 14h on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Mataram and Manokwari. Flights depart from Lombok (LOP) and arrive at Manokwari (MKW) - via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). The flight takes around 7hrs.

There is no direct flight from Mataram to Manokwari. There is however a flight that goes via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK) and Sorong (SOQ). This services will take at least 8h 20m (not including layover time).

The flight from Mataram to Manokwari typically takes around 7hrs. Flights depart from Lombok (LOP) 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 Mataram to Manokwari. We recommend that you fly from Lombok (LOP) to Manokwari (MKW). instead which will take 8h 20m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Mataram to Manokwari is to fly which takes, on average, 8h 20m and will usually cost around IDR 6,979,725 ($465).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Mataram and Manokwari

Transport options from Mataram to Manokwari
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
8h 20m
IDR 6,979,725($465)
hourly4,239km (2,634 miles)
Ferry, Bus and Plane11h 25m
IDR 8,342,720($555)
twice daily4,257km (2,645 miles)
Ferry
7 days 14h
IDR 913,655($61)
once a week3,007km (1,868 miles)
Ferry, Bus and Train
4 days 14h
IDR 2,141,850($145)
once a week3,436km (2,135 miles)

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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