Travelling from Surabaya Airport (SUB) to Komodo Airport (LBJ): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Surabaya Airport to Komodo Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 30 minutes.
The timezone in Labuan Bajo is UTC+8, which is one hour ahead of Surabaya.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your SUB to LBJ flight.
Travelling during a peak time like May? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Super Air Jet is your gateway to discovering Labuan Bajo (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Indonesia!). Browse the direct flights from Surabaya Airport to Komodo Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Super Air Jet.
Opt for a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from Surabaya Airport to Komodo Airport. Soekarno-Hatta Airport is a popular stopover on the SUB to LBJ route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Surabaya Airport (SUB) to Komodo Airport (LBJ)
91 € is currently the best price for a one-way Surabaya Airport to Komodo Airport flight. Return flights start at 185 €. These fares can change depending on availability.
To secure cheap tickets from SUB to LBJ, book your trip 11 months ahead of your departure.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Surabaya Airport to Komodo Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from SUB to LBJ.
Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Surabaya Airport to Komodo Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Surabaya Airport (SUB)
79% of flights leaving from Surabaya Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To reach Surabaya Airport from central Surabaya, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Surabaya Airport to Komodo Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to SUB:
Arriving at Komodo Airport (LBJ)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Surabaya Airport to Komodo Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LBJ instead:
When to fly to Komodo Airport (LBJ)
The quietest month for a flight from Surabaya Airport to Komodo Airport is March, while April is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Labuan Bajo based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Surabaya Airport to Komodo Airport for October if you want to explore Labuan Bajo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
August sees average temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SUB to LBJ sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Indonesia
You've done Labuan Bajo, now it's time to explore other parts of Indonesia. Travel around 370 kilometres north to Makassar to tick off its top sights. From Tongkonan het Traditionele Houten paalhuis van Toraja to CANDI MATTOANGING and Pantai Tanjung Bunga, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Your journey through Indonesia isn't complete without visiting Mataram. Rinjani Orchid Gallery is a highlight in this destination, which is around 418 kilometres west of Labuan Bajo.