Find out the best way to get to Komodo island for diving: The airlines you should take, where to stay in the island, and more!
The Komodo National Park consists of 26 small islands and 3 large islands: Komodo Island, Rinca Island, and Padar Island. Located between East Nusa Tenggara and West Nusa Tenggara in Indonesia, this stunning destination is perfect for adventurers and nature lovers alike. Interested in exploring Komodo? Email us at info@lagaligoliveaboard.com to start planning your trip today!
Discovered by scientists in 1912, the park was founded in 1980 to create a conservation area for the Komodo dragon, the world’s largest lizard which is endemic to this area. The park was then declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1991.
Komodo National Park is one of the driest places in Indonesia and it gets extremely hot from May to October with a daily high temperature of 88°F (31°C). The dry climate suits the Komodo dragon, and also gives the park an interesting landscape of rugged islands and savannah type vegetation.
Nutrient rich currents from the South Pacific Ocean flow through Komodo National Park from the north, spilling into the Indian Ocean in the south. This has encouraged great marine biodiversity to develop, making the park one of the top places to scuba dive in Indonesia. Liveaboard diving in Komodo is the best way to experience the many dive sites which span over a very large area of 669mi² (1,773km²). Manta rays and sharks are frequently sighted, and the coral reefs are healthy and teeming with marine life.
Located in Central Indonesia, Komodo National Park is easily accessible from cities including non-stop flights from Jakarta and Bali. Starting in 2025, Labuan Bajo airport has opened for international flights. Air Asia operates non-stop international flights from Kuala Lumpur to Labuan Bajo and Jetstar operates a non-stop flight from Singapore.
Jakarta is the main international airport for Indonesia and also offers non-stop flights to Labuan Bajo. A flight from Jakarta to Labuan Bajo is approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes. Travelers will find the best flight options and times are with the following airlines:
Puri Sari Beach Hotel is located in Labuan Bajo. Featuring a beachfront restaurant, outdoor pool, and lush gardens, the hotel offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom.
Located on a private beach, Bintang Flores Hotel features a beachfront pool and a dive center.
The Jayakarta Suites Komodo Flores is located in Labuan Bajo. Featuring a beachfront restaurant, outdoor pool, and fitness center, the hotel offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom.
Sudamala Resort, Seraya is located in Labuan Bajo. Featuring a beachfront restaurant, outdoor pool, and dive center, the resort offers air-conditioned villas with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom.
Meruorah Komodo Labuan Bajo is located in Labuan Bajo. Featuring a rooftop restaurant, infinity pool, and fitness center, the hotel offers modern air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom.
Komodo Island is located in Komodo National Park, East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia. The journey from Jakarta typically involves a flight to Labuan Bajo, followed by a boat trip to the island.
The fastest and most common way is to fly from Jakarta to Labuan Bajo.
Airlines that operate this route include:
Flights are available daily, and several are direct.
After arriving in Labuan Bajo, you need to take a boat to Komodo Island.
Common options include:
Day Trip Boats
Liveaboard Diving Trips
Some travelers fly from Jakarta to Bali first, then take a shorter flight to Labuan Bajo.
However, direct Jakarta → Labuan Bajo flights are usually faster.
Typical total travel time: