Getting to Rote Island
Most travellers arrive from Kupang via Denpassar or Jakarta on daily flights with a number of airlines. Lion air is usually the cheapest, but surfboards incur an overweight baggage fee at a “per kilo” rate. Garuda flights generally cost more. Prices vary between airlines and dates, with cost ranging from 800,000RP to 2,400,000RP.
We can arrange transfers from the ferry terminal and airport. Transportation Fee
Papela – Anugerah One way IDR. 700.000
Pantai Baru – Anugerah One way IDR. 600.000
Ba’a – Anugerah IDR. 400.000
Flying Kupang to Rote
Rote Return flight by Wings Air hasn’t operated yet, still hoping would be back on Flying this year, now there is regular flight 12 seater plane by Susi air flies three times a week, Monday, Wednesday, and Friday limited space for surfboards
The other option leaving Denpasar to kupang every day By Lion Air, Nam Air and Super air jet , These would be connected with Slow ferry leaving at 3.00 pm from Bolok terminal that takes 3.5 hours.
Ferry information to Rote Island.
On the way to Rote Island, we seemed to sail in the ocean full of uncertainty, especially when the wind blows hard in July and August. Ferry services are sometimes like seagulls that are difficult to predict, often fly somewhere because of uncertain weather. Predict when the ferry will sail or even canceled like reading the direction of the wind in tea leaves. For those who have to arrange a tight schedule or try to equalize with international flights, this can be like pulling threads in cloth mixed with cocoons. We will try our best to ensure your journey according to plan, but finally we are like a seagull that only follows the changing wind direction.
The fast ferry usually arrives at Ba’a, but currently, due to ongoing renovations at the Ba’a port, it is temporarily required to arrive at Papela and takes about two hours, costing RP 187,000 economy or RP 211,000 for a VIP ticket. Be warned that a RP 30,000 surcharge for boards is normally levied.
Safe and comfortable ferry travel is now just a click away. Don’t miss the chance to enjoy a vacation without worrying about running out of space. Book your tickets now with us and secure the best seats for an unforgettable journey!
Time Table Bahari Express (Fast Ferry)
Kupang to Rote
| Monday | 09:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00 |
| Sunday | 09:00 |
Rote to Kupang
| Monday | 12:00 |
| Tuesday | 12:00 |
| Wednesday | 12.00 |
| Thursday | 12:00 |
| Friday | 12:00 |
| Saturday | 12:00 |
| Sunday | 12:00 |
Slow ferries like a large boat that drove calmly, took three to four hours to Pantai Baru. Economic tickets for IDR 60,000 and VIP for IDR 100,000. Please remember that there is an additional cost of around Rp. 30,000 to carry a surfboard.
Time Table Slow Ferry
Kupang to Rote
| Monday | 08:00 & 15:00 |
| Tuesday | 08:00 & 15:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:00 & 15:00 |
| Thursday | 08:00 & 15:00 |
| Friday | 08:00 & 15:00 |
| Saturday | 08:00 & 15:00 |
| Sunday | 08:00 & 15:00 |
Rote to Kupang
| Monday | 08:00 & 12:00 |
| Tuesday | 08:00 & 12:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:00 & 12:00 |
| Thursday | 08:00 & 12:00 |
| Friday | 08:00 & 12:00 |
| Saturday | 08:00 & 12:00 |
| Sunday | 08:00 & 12:00 |
If you stay the night in Kupang there are several places where you can spend the night.
You can take a taxi from the airport to the Kupang city cost around RP 60,000, and most travelers who take the fast ferry face at least one night in Kupang while waiting for a morning ferry service.
Accommodation in Kupang
This iconic old colonial port has a range of accommodation options to suit various budgets. We recommend the following options:
Hotel La Hasienda
A Mexican inspired architecture and with a generous range of amenities including free airport service, we offer you an inspiring and refreshing alternative for your stay in Kupang, East Nusa Tenggara (West Timor), Indonesia. prices vary trough the season but its around RP 365,000 check out their website. hotellahasienda
Lavalon
Cheap, with some new rooms right on the waterfront, and offers basic food including hamburgers and beer, overlooking the ocean. The owner (Edwin Lerrick) speaks good English and is very helpful to tourists more info: Lavalon Sea view Hostel Kupang
Homestay Flobamor
This is a very nice place to stay before you come to Rote island. It has clean room with ac. and hot shower also they have free wifi, free breakfast and they have a pick up service from the airport and the next day they bring you to the ferry. cost for the room and the pick up is RP 375,000
Preferred booking agent
For people who don’t want to have the hassle with booking flight-tickets and accommodation in Kupang. You can use our booking agent that is based in Bali. They provide a full service package from Bali or Jakarta to our resort here on Rote island, Nemberala.