There is no per-seat tariff for a Lombok seaplane. As of 18 September 2026, the only published figure is the operator’s South Bali to Lombok Airport charter, which comprises Rp 33,345,456 one way for the whole aircraft, plus Rp 17,550,240 airport fees (up to 8 guests) and Rp 6,142,584 tax; the full cost is confirmed only on a written quotation. Mandalika, Senggigi, south-coast bays, Rinjani scenic flights and Banyuwangi–Lombok routes carry no published rate and are quote-only, subject to change.
What Does a Lombok Seaplane Actually Cost in 2026?
The published route is South Bali (Ngurah Rai) to Lombok International Airport (LOP, Praya), roughly 24 minutes over the Lombok Strait with Mount Rinjani visible on the crossing. It is sold by the aircraft — a Cessna Grand Caravan 208B EX amphibian seating up to 8 — not by the seat, so the cost per traveller depends entirely on how many people share the charter.
| Passengers | Aircraft charter share (Rp) | Airport fees + tax share (Rp) | Total per guest (Rp) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 16,672,728 | 11,846,412 | 28,519,140 |
| 4 guests | 8,336,364 | 5,923,206 | 14,259,570 |
| 6 guests | 5,557,576 | 3,948,804 | 9,506,380 |
| 8 guests | 4,168,182 | 2,961,603 | 7,129,785 |
These figures are derived by splitting the operator’s published South Bali–Lombok Airport charter (Rp 33,345,456 aircraft + Rp 17,550,240 fees + Rp 6,142,584 tax, captured 18 September 2026) evenly across the passenger count. Airport fees are billed per aircraft movement up to 8 guests, so a fuller charter always lowers the cost per person. Prices are not guaranteed and can move before departure.
Figures circulate online that do not match any published source; pricing is confirmed only on a written quotation, as the operator states it does NOT sell individual seats and offers charter-only services. Neither appears in the operator’s route pages as of this writing — treat any quote near those numbers as unverified until it comes with an itemised breakdown.
Why Is It Charter-Only, Not Per-Seat?
A seaplane charter is sold as a private aircraft booking, similar to a helicopter or a private jet leg, rather than as individual airline seats. The operator confirms availability, weather, and water or runway conditions per flight, then quotes the whole aircraft. If you are a couple or solo traveller, the practical way to lower the per-person cost is to split the charter with other guests travelling the same day, or to accept the higher per-guest rate at 2 passengers as the cost of a private, on-demand departure.
What Moves the Quote Higher or Lower?
| Factor | Effect on price |
|---|---|
| Route (South Bali–Lombok Airport vs. Mandalika, Senggigi, Rinjani scenic, Banyuwangi) | Only the South Bali–LOP leg has a published rate; every other route is quoted per request and can run higher for longer flight time |
| Water landing vs. runway arrival | A water-landing site needs regulatory approval, shoreline clearance and pre-arrival checks, which can add cost and lead time versus a standard runway arrival at LOP |
| Waiting time or return same day | Holding the aircraft on the ground for a return leg typically adds to the charter fee |
| Ground transfer at either end | Not bundled into the seaplane fare; arranged separately |
| Season and event demand | High season (July–August, year-end) and local events can tighten aircraft availability and push quoted rates up |
Is It Worth It Against Rp 775,000 Airline Fares?
Scheduled DPS–LOP airline flights are the cheapest way to cross, with fares published from about Rp 775,000 one way and a broader planner range of Rp 1,200,000 to 4,600,000, airborne in roughly 25–30 minutes and around 1 hour 8 minutes door-to-door including transfers. A fast boat runs 1.5–2.5 hours, and the Padang Bai–Lembar car ferry costs Rp 210,000–300,000 but takes about 4–6 hours door-to-door.
Against that, a full 8-guest seaplane charter, which is quoted per aircraft on request, results in a per-person cost many times the airline fare for a similar 24-minute flight time, so it is not a budget option. What it buys is a private departure window instead of a fixed schedule, boarding without a commercial terminal queue, and the Rinjani-strait view. For a group of 6–8 travelling together on a flexible schedule, the per-person gap to a private aircraft narrows; for one or two people, a scheduled flight or the ferry remains the far cheaper choice.
What Is Not Included in the Published Price?
- Ground transport to or from either seaplane point, resort, or the boat/car needed to reach Mandalika, Senggigi or south-coast properties from LOP.
- Bali tourism levy of IDR 150,000, payable if your itinerary enters via Bali (separate from the seaplane fare).
- Visa costs — e-VOA or VOA is IDR 500,000 for 30 days (extendable once to 60); some nationalities qualify for 30-day visa-free entry, non-extendable. A domestic Bali–Lombok leg itself involves no immigration step, but passport or ID names must match the flight manifest.
- Resort, boat, or Rinjani ground logistics beyond the flight itself.
- Confirmed availability — quotation is not a booking; the operator must confirm aircraft, weather and, for any water-landing site, regulatory clearance before departure.
How Does Booking a Lombok Seaplane Charter Work?
- Send your dates and group size. WhatsApp Juara Holding Group’s concierge desk with your travel dates, number of guests, and whether you need South Bali–LOP only or a combined Mandalika/Senggigi/Rinjani itinerary.
- Receive an itemised quote. The desk relays current operator pricing — aircraft charter, airport fees, and tax broken out separately, dated to the day it was captured.
- Confirm passenger and baggage details. Full names as they appear on ID/passport, weight for load planning, and baggage allowance are collected for the manifest.
- Operator confirms the slot. Availability, weather and any water-landing clearance are confirmed directly by the operator before the booking is locked.
- Ground logistics arranged around the flight. JHG coordinates resort transfer, boat, or Rinjani-side logistics so the seaplane leg connects cleanly with the rest of the itinerary.
Juara Holding Group is an independent charter broker and travel concierge, established 2015 in Bali and Labuan Bajo. It holds no Air Operator Certificate, operates no aircraft, and is not an official partner, agent or affiliate of Santai Seaplane, Seaplane Asia, or any operator — it relays current published pricing and arranges the surrounding logistics with licensed partners. For a wider look at how seaplane travel works across Indonesia, see indonesiaseaplane.com, and for a general seaplane booking desk see bookseaplane.com.
Want the current itemised quote for your dates? WhatsApp the Juara Holding Group concierge desk at (https://wa.me/6281139414563) or email bd@juaraholding.com with your travel dates and group size — you will get the aircraft, fee and tax breakdown before you commit to anything.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Lombok seaplane charter cost per person?
It depends on group size, since the aircraft is sold whole, not by the seat. Splitting the published South Bali–Lombok Airport charter (Rp 33,345,456 + Rp 17,550,240 fees + Rp 6,142,584 tax, captured 18 September 2026) across 8 guests yields a theoretical per-person cost, but the operator does NOT sell individual seats; with only 2 guests sharing, the per-guest cost derived from a full-aircraft charter is confirmed on request.
Does the Lombok seaplane price include airport fees and tax?
The published Rp 33,345,456 figure is the aircraft charter alone. Airport fees, quoted per aircraft (covering up to 8 guests), and applicable tax are additional, bringing the full one-way total to a figure confirmed only on a written quotation as of 18 September 2026. Always ask for the three line items separately when requesting a quote.
Can I book just one or two seats on the Lombok seaplane?
The operator sells the whole aircraft as a private charter rather than individual seats, so a solo or two-person booking still pays for the full aircraft charter, with pricing quoted per aircraft on request, split between however many people are travelling. Sharing the flight with other guests going the same day is the main way to bring the per-person cost down.
How much is a Mandalika or Senggigi seaplane transfer?
No tariff is published for Mandalika, Senggigi, south-coast bays, or Rinjani scenic flights as of 18 September 2026 — these are quote-only. The only confirmed fixed-route pricing is South Bali to Lombok International Airport (LOP); onward road transfer to Mandalika (20–30 minutes) or Senggigi (1–2 hours) from LOP is arranged separately.
Is the Lombok seaplane price cheaper than a scheduled flight from Bali?
No. Scheduled DPS–LOP airline flights start from about Rp 775,000 one way, far below the seaplane’s charter-only rate, which is quoted per aircraft and significantly higher on a per-guest basis even at a full 8-passenger charter. The seaplane’s advantage is a private, on-demand departure and the Rinjani-strait scenery, not lower cost.