We have a few suggestions for you to get to each destination depending on where you are coming from. If you need any assistance or advice with booking flights or a hotel, please contact us via info@lagaligoliveaboard.com.
Our team has many years of travel experience around Indonesia.
Below we have advised the most direct route for you to get to where La Galigo departs from. These are not necessarily the cheapest options, and it may be necessary to overnight in a local hotel to catch ongoing flights. We have also recommended a few hotels, all of which the owners have personally stayed in to ensure their quality for the area.
With all our trips, we highly recommend arriving and staying in the town located where La Galigo departs from the night prior to your trip beginning. Domestic flights in Indonesia can be unpredictable and are often subject to delays
The remote paradise of Raja Ampat lies in the far reaches of eastern Indonesia. So, how do you get there? Your journey begins with an international flight into Indonesia, followed by a domestic flight to Domine Eduard Osok Airport in Sorong (SOQ).
As the largest city and capital of Southwest Papua, Sorong serves as the main gateway for liveaboard dive boats exploring Raja Ampat. Though getting to this secluded paradise requires a bit of extra time and preparation, the rewards are well worth the effort.
Raja Ampat stands as Indonesia’s crown jewel, known for its remarkable biodiversity, awe-inspiring landscapes, and some of the finest dive sites on the planet.
Indonesia offers multiple international airports throughout its archipelago. Most international visitors typically arrive via Jakarta or Bali, as both airports provide direct domestic flights to Sorong.
Your Raja Ampat journey begins in Sorong, the main gateway to this remote island paradise. Most travellers connect through major Indonesian cities before boarding their liveaboard adventure.
Located in Central Indonesia, Komodo National Park is easily accessible from major domestic and international gateways. Travelers can reach the region through convenient flight connections from Jakarta, Bali, Singapore, and Kuala Lumpur before continuing onward to Labuan Bajo, the main gateway to Komodo National Park.
Starting in 2025, Labuan Bajo’s airport has expanded its international connectivity, making travel to Komodo more straightforward than ever. AirAsia operates non-stop flights between Kuala Lumpur and Labuan Bajo, while Jetstar offers direct flights from Singapore. These routes provide international travelers with additional options for reaching Komodo without transiting through larger Indonesian airports.
Key International & Domestic Gateways
Jakarta serves as Indonesia’s primary international aviation hub and offers regular non-stop services to Labuan Bajo. The flight from Jakarta to Labuan Bajo takes approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes, making it one of the most convenient entry points for travelers arriving from Europe, North America, Australia, and other parts of Asia.
For those traveling via Bali, frequent daily flights connect Denpasar and Labuan Bajo, providing flexibility for visitors who wish to spend time in Bali before joining their Komodo adventure. Singapore and Kuala Lumpur also offer convenient onward connections for travelers coming from across Asia and beyond.
Travelers will typically find the widest range of schedules and flight options with the following airlines:
With multiple daily departures from Indonesia’s major aviation hubs and growing international access, reaching Komodo National Park is now more convenient than ever for travelers from around the world.
The remote paradise of Raja Ampat lies in the far reaches of eastern Indonesia. So, how do you get there? Your journey begins with an international flight into Indonesia, followed by a domestic flight to Domine Eduard Osok Airport in Sorong (SOQ).
As the largest city and capital of Southwest Papua, Sorong serves as the main gateway for liveaboard dive boats exploring Raja Ampat. Though getting to this secluded paradise requires a bit of extra time and preparation, the rewards are well worth the effort.
Raja Ampat stands as Indonesia’s crown jewel, known for its remarkable biodiversity, awe-inspiring landscapes, and some of the finest dive sites on the planet.
Indonesia offers multiple international airports throughout its archipelago. Most international visitors typically arrive via Jakarta or Bali, as both airports provide direct domestic flights to Sorong.
