How to get to Raja Ampat for diving

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Getting to Raja Ampat

Raja Ampat

We have a few suggestions for you to get to each destination depending on where you are coming from. If you need any assistance or advice with booking flights or a hotel, please contact us via info@lagaligoliveaboard.com.

Our team has many years of travel experience around Indonesia.
Below we have advised the most direct route for you to get to where La Galigo departs from. These are not necessarily the cheapest options, and it may be necessary to overnight in a local hotel to catch ongoing flights. We have also recommended a few hotels, all of which the owners have personally stayed in to ensure their quality for the area.

With all our trips, we highly recommend arriving and staying in the town located where La Galigo departs from the night prior to your trip beginning. Domestic flights in Indonesia can be unpredictable and are often subject to delays

Getting to
Raja Ampat

The remote paradise of Raja Ampat lies in the far reaches of eastern Indonesia. So, how do you get there? Your journey begins with an international flight into Indonesia, followed by a domestic flight to Domine Eduard Osok Airport in Sorong (SOQ).

As the largest city and capital of Southwest Papua, Sorong serves as the main gateway for liveaboard dive boats exploring Raja Ampat. Though getting to this secluded paradise requires a bit of extra time and preparation, the rewards are well worth the effort.

Raja Ampat stands as Indonesia’s crown jewel, known for its remarkable biodiversity, awe-inspiring landscapes, and some of the finest dive sites on the planet.

Indonesia offers multiple international airports throughout its archipelago. Most international visitors typically arrive via Jakarta or Bali, as both airports provide direct domestic flights to Sorong.

  • Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
  • Surabaya Juanda Airport (SUB)
  • Bali Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
  • Makassar Sultan Hasanuddin Airport (UPG)
  • Manado Sam Ratulangi Airport (MDC)

Upon arrival

Upon arrival in Indonesia, passengers are required to go through customs and immigration with all the required documents, including a visa, before proceeding to baggage claim to retrieve their belongings. Most domestic airlines in Indonesia do not have baggage transfer agreements with major international carriers, meaning travelers must collect their luggage and check in for onward domestic flights.
  • Garuda Airlines – Part of the Skyteam Alliance
  • Air Asia
  • Lion Air
  • Batik Air
  • Sriwijaya Air
To ensure you don’t miss your La Galigo departure, we recommend arriving in Sorong the day before and booking an overnight stay at a local hotel. La Galigo has negotiated special rates with select hotels—contact our reservations team for more information on pricing.

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