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Lombok to Flores is a classic eastern Indonesia travel move for people heading from beaches, surf breaks and the Gili access points toward Labuan Bajo, Komodo National Park and the islands around western Flores. Sumbawa and a long stretch of open sea lie between the two islands, so flying is the practical way to link them.
Lombok to Flores by Flight
Wings Air opened a direct route between Lombok International Airport (LOP) and Labuan Bajo (LBJ) in July 2025. At launch the airport announced 3 flights a week, on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, with an ATR 72 of 72 seats. The Lombok to Labuan Bajo flight (IW 1951) was scheduled to leave at 11:10 and land at 12:25, a flight time of about 1 hour 15 minutes.[1] Days and times can change, so check the current Wings Air schedule before you plan a tight connection.
The listed flight time is only the time in the air. You also need time to reach the airport, check in, pass security, land, collect your bags and continue to your hotel or harbor in Flores. Do not plan a boat departure immediately after landing unless the operator has confirmed that your timing is realistic.
Lombok to Flores via Bali
On days without a direct flight, you can connect through Bali. Wings Air and TransNusa fly from Lombok to Bali in about 45 minutes.[2] From Bali, direct flights to Labuan Bajo take about 1 hour 5 minutes with Batik Air, Indonesia AirAsia, TransNusa, Wings Air, Lion Air and Sriwijaya Air, and the cheapest one-way fares for late October 2026 were around IDR 893,000 (about $50).[3]
Comparing Your Options
| Option | Duration | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Direct flight (Wings Air) | About 1h 15min[1] | Scheduled at launch for Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday |
| Via Bali (two flights) | About 45min plus about 1h 5min in the air[2][3] | More flight days, but plan for the connection time in Bali |
Airport Planning in Lombok
Lombok is larger than many first-time visitors expect, so the transfer to the airport can feel very different depending on whether you are staying in Kuta Lombok, Senggigi, Mataram or the Gilis. If you start from the Gilis, you first need to get back to the mainland and then continue by road. From Senggigi, DAMRI buses connect the airport with Mataram, Ampenan, Senggigi and Selong, and run daily from 07:00 to 17:00.[4]
Arriving in Flores
For many travelers, arriving in Flores means Labuan Bajo and the gateway to Komodo National Park. Confirm your hotel address, pickup point or tour meeting location before you fly. If your main reason for flying is a Komodo trip, check whether your operator wants you in town the evening before departure, as some boat trips require a briefing, passport details or an early pickup the next morning. Arriving a day ahead is more comfortable than trying to land and connect to the harbor on the same day.
Practical Tips Before Booking
- Check the days: The direct flight did not run daily when it launched, so confirm the weekday before booking hotels.
- Plan your Lombok transfer carefully: Airport access varies a lot by beach area and island connection.
- Do not stack a tight tour connection: Give yourself a buffer before any boat briefing or harbor pickup in Flores.
- Check baggage inclusions: Dive gear, camera bags and trekking packs can change the real cost of a cheap fare.
Timetable
| Flight Lombok - Flores $ 93.37–94.37 1h 15m | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
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The direct Wings Air flight from Lombok International Airport to Labuan Bajo, which takes about 1 hour 15 minutes in the air.
The direct flight takes about 1 hour 15 minutes, not including the transfer to the airport, check in, baggage claim or onward transport in Flores.
When Wings Air launched the route in July 2025, it flew 3 times a week, on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Days can change, so check the current schedule.
Yes. Wings Air and TransNusa fly from Lombok to Bali in about 45 minutes, and several airlines fly from Bali to Labuan Bajo in about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Yes. Labuan Bajo in Flores is the gateway for Komodo trips, but you should allow an arrival buffer before any boat departure.
No. Add transfer time from your Lombok hotel or island connection, plus airport procedures before departure.
Sources and background
Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.
- [1] Lombok International Airport (Angkasa Pura Indonesia): Bandara Lombok Buka Rute Baru Lombok Ke Labuan Bajo. Retrieved October 15, 2026.
- [2] AirAsia: Cheap Flights from Lombok to Bali. Retrieved October 15, 2026.
- [3] AirAsia: Cheap Flights from Bali to Labuan Bajo. Retrieved October 15, 2026.
- [4] Lombok International Airport (Angkasa Pura Indonesia): Public Transport (DAMRI bus and taxi). Retrieved October 15, 2026.
Guide prices and journey times are indicative, not live quotes. A booked package may include transfers and waiting time as well as the main journey. Check the selected offer, pickup point and current conditions before booking.