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Bali to Flores Travel Guide: Flights, Itineraries, Tips
Everything in one place: how to get from Bali to Flores, the DPS–LBJ flight, the highlights map west to east, how many days you need, the Trans-Flores Highway, the 2026 Komodo park fee, the best time to visit, what to pack and what it all costs.
In short
The easiest way is the direct flight from Bali Denpasar (DPS) to Labuan Bajo (LBJ, Komodo Airport) in western Flores — around 1 hour 30 minutes, with several flights a day.
Flores highlights map: west to east
The Island, In Order
Flores runs west to east, and so does every sensible itinerary. These are the four points everything else hangs off.
Labuan Bajo
Komodo Airport, the harbour, and the base for every boat day in the national park.
Ruteng
The base for Wae Rebo and the Cancar spider-web rice fields.
Bajawa
Coffee plantations, hot springs, and Bena megalithic village nearby.
Moni / Ende
The base for a Kelimutu sunrise, and the eastern end of the classic route.
Labuan Bajo vs Maumere: which entry point to choose — Labuan Bajo for Komodo and western Flores, Maumere if you want to start in the east and drive back.
What the guide covers
Everything You Need Before You Fly
How Many Days You Need
For Komodo highlights plus a taste of Flores, plan a 5-day Flores leg on top of your Bali stay. To add Wae Rebo and reach Kelimutu overland, allow 7 days or more.
Best Time to Visit
The dry season, April to October, is the best window for Komodo boat trips, overland Flores and clear mornings at Kelimutu. Seas are calmer and roads easier.
Komodo National Park Entry Fee 2026
USD 40-50 for foreign visitors and USD 20-25 for local visitors
What to Pack and Practical Tips
Sun and salt gear for the boat days, walking shoes for Wae Rebo, and something warm for a Kelimutu sunrise.
Best Accommodations in Labuan Bajo and Maumere
From AYANA Komodo at the luxury end through to budget guesthouses and hostels in town.
Local Transportation: Bemos, Motorbikes, and Taxis
Bemos, motorbikes and taxis work around town; motorbike rental runs around IDR 70,000 per day. A private car and driver is the practical way to cover the highway.
Costs and budgeting
What Everything Costs In Flores
The numbers travellers actually ask for, all in one table.
Approximately 1 hour 10 minutes on the direct route.
Flight guideSeparate from the boat tour.
KomodoFood Costs and Dining Recommendations in Flores — local warungs are cheap and good.
Useful around Labuan Bajo; not the way to cross the island.
Budget Travel Options: Ferries vs Flights — the cheapest way across, and by far the slowest.
Compare routesFigures are indicative and move with season, airline and party size. Send your dates on WhatsApp for a firm quote.
Sample plans
Sample 5 And 7 Day Bali + Flores Itineraries
For Komodo highlights plus a taste of Flores, plan a 5-day Flores leg on top of your Bali stay. To add Wae Rebo and reach Kelimutu overland, allow 7 days or more.
8-Day Bali to Flores Itinerary Breakdown: Days 1-2 Labuan Bajo and Komodo National Park; Day 3 Wae Rebo Village; Day 4 Ruteng and Cancar Rice Fields; Day 5 Bajawa and Bena Village; Day 6 Ende and Moni; Day 7 Kelimutu National Park; Day 8 Return to Maumere or Labuan Bajo.
Overland Trans-Flores Highway: the highway connects major attractions like Wae Rebo, Bajawa, and Kelimutu. Allow 6-7 days for a comprehensive journey, considering driving times and stops.
- Day 1-2: Labuan Bajo and Komodo National Park
- Day 3: Wae Rebo Village
- Day 4: Ruteng and Cancar Rice Fields
- Day 5: Bajawa and Bena Village
- Day 6: Ende and Moni
- Day 7: Kelimutu National Park
- Day 8: Return to Maumere or Labuan Bajo
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you get from Bali to Flores?
How many days do you need for Bali and Flores?
What is the Komodo National Park entry fee in 2026?
Is it better to fly to Labuan Bajo or Maumere from Bali?
Is Flores expensive to travel in?
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