Despite the enormous popularity among tourists, this incredibly dynamic, constantly changing and developing city has nevertheless managed to maintain its uniqueness and originality, thanks to which travelers who have visited Bali once return here again and again. Today we will tell you more about the place where the story of any foreign guest’s acquaintance with the legendary “Island of the Gods” begins - Ngurah Rai Airport.
How many airports are there in Bali?
Many tourists planning a trip to Bali for the first time wonder how many there are and which one is better to choose. Unfortunately or fortunately, one of them has only one of the air hubs, located on the southern coast. Finding the airport on the map of Bali (code - IATA: DPS, ICAO: WADD) is not difficult: it is located in Tuban, between and, not far from the main tourist islands and only 13 km from the capital (where one of its names comes from).
Another official name of the airport in Bali (Indonesia) - Ngurah Rai - was given to it in honor of the local hero I Gusti Ngurah Rai, who died in 1946 in the battle against the Dutch in Tabanan.
Bali airport structure
Since the airport building was first opened in 1931, renovation work has been carried out more than once over the years of its existence. The latest renovation was completed in 2013 with the goal of increasing capacity to 25 million people per year. Initially, it was also planned to increase the runway, but upon closer examination of the issue it turned out that this was impossible due to some environmental problems and densely populated areas adjacent to the airport.
Today Ngurah Rai International Airport includes:
- International terminal, located in a new L-shaped building with a total area of 65,800 sq. m. The design of the building is made in traditional Balinese style. The terminal has separate departure and arrival halls. There are 62 check-in counters in the departure area, which are equipped with electronic paddles and baggage conveyors. The capacity of the international terminal is up to 5 million people per year.
- Domestic terminal, which is located in the old neighboring building. The area of the structure was increased 4 times compared to the previous one, thus, the terminal's annual capacity increased to 9.5 million passengers.
- Bus depot, designed to transport passengers who do not use an airbridge (“air bridge”). People traveling domestically, as well as some international tourists, are often ferried to planes parked on the apron between the domestic and cargo terminals using these buses.
Everything for travelers
For transit tourists and anyone who does not plan to stay on the island for a long time, a pleasant surprise will be the Novotel Bali Ngurah Rai Airport hotel, located near the international terminal building, equipped with everything necessary for a comfortable stay. Each room has its own bathroom, air conditioning, plasma TV and safe. The nearest one is only 10 minutes away. walk, but there is also an outdoor swimming pool on site. Guests can also enjoy a spa, gym, conference room, bar-restaurant and parking.
At Denpasar Airport in Bali there are also prayer rooms, smoking areas, showers and a massage room. There are various recreation areas, including children's playgrounds and cinema halls, broadcasting films, news, various entertainment and sports channels. In addition, since about 500 private jets land here every month, the authority has built an additional apron on the south of the airport with a special exit gate that can accommodate 14 small aircraft.
How to get from Bali Airport to Denpasar?
One of Indonesia's main airports is located near the capital Bali, so most tourists go there first. There are only 3 ways to get to Denpasar, as well as to other resorts on the island:
- Transfer from Bali airport. The easiest way to get to your destination/hotel is to use a transfer service. Thus, by the time you arrive, your driver will already be waiting for you in the arrivals hall. However, please note that not all hotels offer this service, so find out about all the nuances in advance.
- Taxi. Another popular option to get to the city from Bali airport is by taxi. Ask the driver in advance how much the journey will cost. On average, the road to Denpasar, taking into account traffic jams, takes no more than 30-35 minutes, and the final price you will pay according to the tariffs is about 5-7 USD.
- . A great option for tourists traveling with family or a large group of friends. This method allows you to plan your trip yourself without worrying about. The photo of the Denpasar airport diagram shows that on its territory there is a special car rental point where you can rent any model you like for any period of time. Rental price for 7 days – from 260 to 400 USD. depending on the capacity and class of the car.
Taxi
The taxi ride will take no more than 10-15 minutes. It is better to use the services of official city services with a transparent tariff system, since local private drivers like to increase prices for tourists several times.
The Blue Bird company is considered one of the best in terms of price and quality of transportation. It has not only passenger cars for transportation, but also comfortable minibuses for 15-16 people. A taxi ride from the airport terminals to the center of Denpasar will cost 123,000-158,000 IDR. Prices on the page are as of August 2019.
Bus
Bus transportation in Bali is provided by Trans Sarbagita. Buses run from the airport to the city bus station from 5:00 to 21:00. The stops are located at the exits of the domestic and international terminals, buses depart on schedule, the fare is 7,000 IDR. There are also minibuses, they depart when full; travel there is a little more expensive than on the bus, but drivers like to inflate the price for tourists.
Transfer
The fastest and most comfortable option to get there. You need to select a car of a suitable class and capacity in advance, and the driver will meet you at the airport with a name plate. The price indicated at the time of booking will be fixed: for example, traffic jams will not affect it.
There are no direct flights from Russia to Indonesia. From Moscow, St. Petersburg, Yekaterinburg, Novosibirsk, Vladivostok and other major Russian cities, charter flights regularly depart to Java during the season (May-October) (Jakarta, Surabaya, Yogyakarta, Surakarta, Bandang), Bali (Denpasar), Sumatra ( Medan, Palembang, Pekanbaru), Lombok (Maitaram), Kalimantan (Balikpapan) and Sulawesi (Manado, Makassar).
The largest carriers on the Russia-Indonesia air route are: Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways, Cathay Pacific, Emirates, Lufthansa, Aeroflot, Rossiya, S7 Airlines, KLM, Turkish Airlines, Korean Air, China Eastern Air, etc. .
When choosing an airline to fly to Indonesia, please note:
special attention to the number of hours you will have to spend waiting
connecting flight - the difference can be from 1 to 12 hours.
How long does it take to fly to Indonesia from Moscow?
Travel time: 15-20 hours (with 1 change, to Jakarta)
Time difference with Moscow: +3 hours
Transaero and Aeroflot airlines organize direct charter flights from Moscow to Bali
(12 hours on the road).
Ticket prices
The average cost of an air ticket with one transfer from Moscow to Jakarta or Bali (round trip) is 26,000-29,000 rubles. The cheapest option to buy a ticket from Moscow to Indonesia is to book it in advance (2-3 months before the trip). The highest prices for flights from Russia to Indonesia are observed at the height of the tourist season - in July and August.
The cheapest tickets to Indonesia from Russia are usually offered by Singapore Airlines (from 24,000 rubles).
Largest airports in Indonesia
Indonesia has 18 international airports, the largest of which are located on the islands of Java, Bali, Sumatra and Sulawesi. The main carriers on domestic routes are Indonesia's national airlines: Garuda, Lion Air and Tigerair Mandala (formerly Mandala Airlines).
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport Jakarta (CGK)
Address: Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, Tangerang, Banten, Indonesia
Phone: + (62 21) 550-51-79
www.jakartaairportonline.com
Bali Denpasar International Airport (DPS)
Address: Ngurah Rai Denpasar International Airport, PT Angkasa Pura I, Tuban, Denpasar 80361, Bali, Indonesia
Phone: + (62 361) 75-10-11
www.ngurahrai-airport.co.id
Surabaya Juanda International Airport (SUB)
Address: Surabaya Juanda International Airport, Jalan Ir. Haji Juanda, Surabaya 61253, Indonesia
Phone: + (62 31) 298-62-00
www.juanda-airport.com
Lombok Bandara International Airport (LOP)
Address: Bandara International Lombok, Jln. Pariwisata Tanak Awu Praya, Central Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia
Phone: +(61 370) 615-70-00
www.lombokairport.com
Yogyakarta International Airport (JOG)
Address: Yogyakarta Adi Sutjipto International Airport, PT (Persero) Angkasa Pura I, Yogyakarta, Java, Indonesia
Phone: + (62 274) 484-261
Bali airport is called Ngurah Rai. It is located a few kilometers from the capital Denpasar, so you can often hear it called by the name of this city. Both names are correct and they refer to a single airport. The complex is modern, spacious and equipped to world standards. It is designed in Indonesian style and provides passengers with quality services while waiting for their flight.
The old terminal building has been in operation since 1931; during its existence, repair work has been carried out on the territory several times. Reconstruction in 2013 allowed to increase annual passenger turnover. In addition, it was planned to increase the runway, but due to the fact that densely populated areas are located nearby, this was not possible. Today, the old building houses the domestic terminal. It consists of two floors:
- Arrivals area.
- Departure area.
Literally 100 meters from it, a new building was built, which housed an international airlines terminal. It is modern, has a well-developed infrastructure and meets international standards. The building was put into operation in 2014, the maximum annual passenger turnover can be 25 million people.
On the ground floor there is an arrivals area, customs and migration control, airline offices, travel agencies, car rental and taxi counters, an information desk, and a greeting room.
On the second floor there is a departure area, a waiting room, Duty Free, passport control, cafes, shops, etc.
Arrivals area
The arrivals area is practically no different from other international airports. After you have left the plane, follow the signs to head towards passport control. For citizens of Russia and Belarus who plan to stay in Bali for no more than 30 days, a visa is not required. If you decide to stay longer, you will need to apply for a visa during passport control. Its cost is $35. After 30 days, the visa can be extended on the island for another 30 days.
After completing all the documents, you must receive your luggage. And then go to the greeting area. Along the way you will see the offices of travel companies, you can order a taxi or rent a car. There is also an information desk located there.
Departure area
The zone is located on the second floor of the international terminal. It is a small hall with low ceilings. There is usually no big crowd of people. The infrastructure is well developed here, there are many shops and cafes. You can always buy all sorts of souvenirs or other things. However, remember that prices at the airport are not the lowest and there is no point in shopping too hard. There is a baggage inspection point in front of the entrance. A little further away there are registration desks. If you have excess luggage, you can pay for it directly at the check-in counters.
If your visa has expired, you will have to pay a fine for it. It is calculated at the rate of 300 thousand rupees for each overdue day.
Then you go to passport control and the transit area. In the latter there is a large Duty Free hall, in size it is almost in no way inferior to Domodedovo, but the prices for some goods are an order of magnitude lower. There are not many places to relax in the transit zone, but there are enough cafes and grocery stores, and there is a special smoking area.
How to exchange money and withdraw from the card?
It is not worth changing money in large amounts at the airport. Since exchangers often do not offer the most favorable rate. Change just enough to get you to your resort or bank branch in town.
A large number of ATMs make it possible to withdraw money from a card. To do this, it must have a Visa or Mastercard payment system. The process is no different from our countries, only Balinese ATMs charge a commission for the transaction. It depends on the selected bank. The maximum amount that can be withdrawn in one transaction is 1.5 million rupees, and some ATMs may have an even lower limit.
How to get from the airport to the hotel?
It is not possible to get to the hotel from the airport by public transport, so you will have to use a transfer or taxi.
- Transfer from the hotel. When choosing a hotel, it is worth checking whether they have this service, since many hotels provide it completely free of charge. In addition, along with the transfer, you can expect a Russian-speaking guide who will give you a short sightseeing tour and tell you about the features of the island. The car will be waiting for you in the parking lot.
- Taxi- This is the most common transport with which you can get to any part of the island. You can order a car in advance on the website or use the services of a taxi driver on site. There are always a lot of taxi drivers at the exit from the airport, but their services are overpriced. If you move a little further from the arrivals area, you can find a cheaper taxi.
- Rented car– a convenient option for those traveling in a large group or with children. This method allows you to plan your trips independently and never depend on anyone. There is a car rental office at the airport, and you can also make a preliminary reservation online on the website.
Ngurah Rai Airport on the map
On this map I have marked the exact location of the Bali airport.
Today, there are practically no direct flights from Russian cities to Bali. Therefore, if you decide to relax on this fabulous island, you will have to purchase a ticket with transfers. Direct flights may be provided by charter airlines during high season.
If there is a place on earth similar to what was shown in the old Bounty commercials, it is Bali. This is the most popular resort in Indonesia. You can only get here with a transfer, but this does not stop tourists. Bali has its own special atmosphere, which attracts travelers.
On the island, in addition to many kilometers of beaches, there are ancient Indonesian beaches, tropical forests, and volcanoes. This uniqueness of changing landscapes gives Bali its reputation as one of the most beautiful places on the planet. On the island, you arrive at Bali’s only arrival airport - Ngurah Rai, which will be discussed in this article.
Name of the international airport in Bali - Ngurah Rai. He is in near the city of Denpasar - the capital of Bali and 2.5 km from the resort of Kuta. Ngurah Rai is located in the town of Tuban, between the settlements of Kuta and Jimbaran.
Ngurah Rai is the third largest airport in Indonesia in terms of passenger volume and passenger traffic, after Jakarta's Soekarno-Hatta Airport and Surabaya's Juanda Airfield.
If we talk about the name of the airport in Bali, then it got its name in honor of the hero of Indonesia, who died in the war of independence against the Dutch.
He can take more than 5 million in year. Turnover is growing, so the Indonesian authorities have launched a project to build a new airport in Bali, in its northern part.
A little about the history of Ngurah Rai
It was built in 1931, when the Dutch still owned the island. It was a small airfield with one small runway.
During World War II it was captured by the Japanese. During their occupation of the airport, the runway was expanded.
Bali airport.
In subsequent years, it was consistently increased so that the airport was able to receive large numbers.
Throughout its history, three major events occurred on the territory of Ngurah Rai.
The airport is currently in use not only for civilian purposes, but also for military purposes. Indonesian Air Force fighters are based here.
Terminal complex
What airport is in Bali? This is a large, modern and well-equipped airport complex that can satisfy the needs of the most demanding passengers.
It consists traditionally of two terminals - for domestic and international flights. The first is located in the old building, and the second is in the new one, which has been put into operation in 2014. Between them is the Festival Plaza shopping area.
Inside Bali airport.
Throughout the complex there are cafes, restaurants, recreation areas, prayer rooms, showers and massage rooms. There is even a cinema hall and children's playgrounds.
At the airport you can immediately apply for a visa. To do this, you will need your passport, paid consular fee, 1 photo and hotel reservation. At currency exchange offices you can immediately purchase Indonesian rupees.
How to get from the airport to the city?
From Bali Airport, near Denpasar, you can get there by taxi or bus. If you are staying at a hotel, a transfer will be sent to pick you up and take you to your hotel. There is an option to rent a car immediately upon arrival.
By bus
The bus stop is located right next to the airport exit. The bus runs from there from 05:00 to 21:00, with an interval of 30 minutes. The cost of travel - 7,000 Indonesian rupees or 30 rubles.
He's arriving to Tegal bus station.
There are also minibuses where you can buy seats in full if you arrive in a whole group. In this case, the driver will take you where you need to go, and not along his usual route.
By taxi
Located near the airport terminal official taxi service. The driver needs to indicate the exact place of arrival and immediately pay for the trip. Average price - 135,000 ind. rupees or 578 rubles.
By taxi you can go not only to the city of Denpasar itself, but also to other resorts on the island.