Dreaming of seeing wild Komodo dragons, diving with manta rays and exploring one of the world’s most beautiful marine parks? In this guide, Dragon Dive Komodo shows you exactly how to get to Komodo Island: flights to Labuan Bajo, boat options, park fees and the best time to come.
Once you’re here, we take care of the rest: daily diving, Indonesia liveaboard trips, our Shenron liveaboard and a hotel with pool in Labuan Bajo.
Komodo National Park lies in eastern Indonesia, between the islands of Sumbawa and Flores. Your main gateway is the small harbour town of Labuan Bajo on Flores. All dragon treks, island-hopping tours and dive boats depart from here.
The easiest way to get to Komodo is to fly into Labuan Bajo. The town is served by several domestic routes and now by direct international flights.
Daily or frequent flights connect Labuan Bajo with major Indonesian cities:
Typical airlines include Garuda Indonesia, Batik Air and Lion/Wings Air. Schedules change often, so always double-check directly with the airlines or a flight comparison site.
Great news: Labuan Bajo is now an international airport. Two routes are especially handy for European and Asian travellers:
| Flight | Days | From | To | Depart | Arrive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3K263 | Thu, Sun | Singapore | Labuan Bajo | 14:10 | 17:20 |
| 3K264 | Thu, Sun | Labuan Bajo | Singapore | 18:00 | 21:10 |
| Flight | Days | From | To | Depart | Arrive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AK336 | Thu, Sat | Kuala Lumpur | Labuan Bajo | 10:45 | 13:50 |
| AK336 | Thu, Sat | Labuan Bajo | Kuala Lumpur | 14:25 | 17:50 |
⚠️ Timings and days are indicative and may change. Always confirm live data with the airline before booking.
Once you’ve landed in Labuan Bajo, you’ll need a boat to reach Komodo, Rinca, Padar and the surrounding islands. This is where Dragon Dive Komodo comes in.
There are also multi-day boat trips from Bali or Lombok to Komodo, but the most efficient solution is still to fly to Labuan Bajo and start from there.
In addition to your flight and boat, you’ll need to budget for Komodo National Park entry fees and a few extras (guides, trekking, drone permit, etc.).
For dive trips organised with Dragon Dive Komodo, current ballpark figures are:
This usually includes the main park and activity fees, but additional charges may apply for specific islands and are set by the authorities.
| Fee type | International visitors | Domestic visitors |
|---|---|---|
| Park entrance (weekday) | 150,000 IDR / person / day | 50,000 IDR / person / day |
| Park entrance (weekend & public holiday) | 250,000 IDR / person / day | 75,000 IDR / person / day |
| Komodo dragon trekking | 150,000 IDR / person | 120,000 IDR / 5 people |
| Scuba diving fee | 25,000 IDR / person / day | 25,000 IDR / person / day |
| Drone permit | 2,000,000 IDR / drone / day | 2,000,000 IDR / drone / day |
📌 On top of this, there are separate entry charges on specific islands (Padar, Kelor, Pink Beach, Rinca, Komodo, etc.), often calculated based on group size.
You can visit Komodo all year round, but some months are better depending on what you’re after: calm seas, fewer crowds, manta rays or lush landscapes.
Best for: those who want stable conditions, bright photos and a classic “tropical holiday” vibe.
Best overall balance? April–June and September–November often give you the best mix of weather, marine life and fewer crowds.
The simplest route is:
Yes. Labuan Bajo is now served by direct routes:
Frequencies and schedules may change, so always confirm with the airline before booking.
They depend on what you do (diving, snorkelling, trekking), the day (weekday vs weekend/holiday) and the islands visited. As a rough guide:
With Dragon Dive Komodo, expect around 285k IDR / day / diver and 255k IDR / day / snorkeller, paid on site. We confirm updated amounts before every trip.
No. Komodo and Rinca islands are part of a protected national park and you must visit with a licensed boat and park rangers. From Labuan Bajo you can choose:
For scuba diving, you must go with a licensed dive centre such as Dragon Dive Komodo.
Generally yes, as long as you follow basic safety rules:
For most travellers, the ideal balance is:
You really should arrive the day before. If your flight is delayed and you are scheduled to go to the park that same morning, you risk missing your boat. One night in Labuan Bajo lets you:
You’ve got two main options:
You now know exactly how to get to Komodo Island. Let Dragon Dive Komodo help with the rest – from realistic flight timings to hotel, daily diving or a full liveaboard adventure.
