Komodo National Park is situated on the west coast of the island of Flores between the Flores & Sumba Seas. Our boat KLM Eliya will depart from and return to the main jetty called KP3 in the harbour of Labuan Bajo, Flores.
Labuan Bajo is considered the ‘entrance to Komodo’ hosting both the main entry harbour as well as Komodo Airport. As a town Labuan Bajo is very small so most places are within 10-15 minutes of each other - including the airport and the harbour.
The majority of international flights enter Indonesia through Jakarta (CGK) and Denpasar, Bali (DPS) airports. Both of these airports offer daily flights to Labuan Bajo. Although Bali - Labuan flights are much more frequent.
All visitors require a minimum of 6 months left on their passports. Please be sure to check with your local consulate for the most up to date entry requirements to Indonesia.
Bali's Ngurah Rai International airport (DPS) is one of Indonesia's largest hubs, and you can fly from many airports within Indonesia as well as directly from Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Bangkok, as well as China, Japan, Australia and the Middle East.
Travelers coming from Europe can take flights with a stop in the Middle East or KL / Singapore.
Travelers coming from the USA can take flights with a stop in Hong Kong / Tokyo.
There are direct flights from Bali (DPS) to Labuan Bajo (LBJ) which takes roughly 1hr 15minutes. Sky scanner and Nusatrip are both great websites for checking what flights are available, or you can book with the airline directly.
International Arrivals Into Bali Denpasar (DPS)
Citizens of 86 countries can enter Indonesia and buy a 30-day Visa on Arrival (VOA), this can be extended once for a further 30 days. Citizens of 10 ASEAN countries are eligible for the Visa Exemption, which grants you a 30 day stay (non extendable). Foreign travellers from countries other than the 86 listed countries must first apply for a B211A Tourist Visa prior to entering Bali.
All visitors to Indonesia need at least 6 months passport validity.
For a list of the full requirements please visit Welcome Back To Bali
It is possible to apply online for your VOA up to 14 days in advance of your arrival here
Tourism Levy for International Arrivals Into Bali Denpasar (DPS)
Commencing February 14th 2024 international arrivals to Bali will be required to pay a one-time Rp 150,000 (approx US$10) fee.
Travellers are encouraged to conveniently settle this payment via the Love Bali website or App prior to their arrival. Upon payment, a tourism levy voucher will be sent via email, and tourists should store it on their smartphones for scanning at checkpoints in bali Airport and sea ports.
Flights from Jakarta (CGK) to Labuan Bajo (LBJ) take roughly 2hr 20mins. Sky scanner and Nusatrip are both great websites for checking what flights are available, or you can book with the airline directly.
We recommend that all guests arrive into Labuan Bajo the day before your scheduled departure. There are 2 early morning flights that arrive in Labuan Bajo around 9.00, but these are often delayed so we would not recommend this option.
If you would like transport to your hotel we are happy to help arrange a taxi for you. The cost will depend on the hotel location. Our bookings team can confirm this with you.
All guests will be taken aboard KLM Eliya for 09.00am, with departure set for 09:30am.
One of our drivers will collect you from your hotel and take you to KP3 in the harbour of Labuan Bajo. Our bookings team will confirm your pick up location with you.
If you do wish to get the early morning flight we can have our driver collect you from the airport. Please be advised that we strongly recommend arriving the night before embarkation as the first morning flights occasionally have delays. If your landing time is delayed, we can arrange a private speed boat to meet up with the KLM Eliya (additional fees will be incurred), and this (depending on how delayed your flight is) will also mean potentially missing out on some dives on the first day!
Your final dive will be in the morning, so to ensure you clear the 18 hr no fly time, we recommend that you book a departing flight the day after you disembark from KLM Eliya.
KLM Eliya will return to harbour just before 13.00 on your final day. Please note there will be breakfast and light snacks but no lunch provided on this day. Our crew can assist in arranging taxis to take you to your hotels on departure.
