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    "Key": "DPS-LBJ",
    "orig": {
      "code": "DPS",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Denpasar",
      "fullCity": "Denpasar, Bali",
      "airport": "Ngurah Rai (Bali) Intl Airport"
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      "code": "LBJ",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Labuan Bajo",
      "fullCity": "Labuan Bajo, Indonesia",
      "airport": "Komodo Airport"
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    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Denpasar to Labuan Bajo?",
        "answer": "The flight from Denpasar to Labuan Bajo is about 320 miles and typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes nonstop. The return leg is slightly shorter at 1 hour 10 minutes.",
        "methodology": "Flight times and distances come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time across all carriers on the route, computed the same way in both directions so the difference reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in method. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two airports, so the actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer.",
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      "q1": {
        "question": "Are there any direct flights from Denpasar to Labuan Bajo?",
        "answer": "Yes, direct flights from Denpasar (DPS) to Labuan Bajo (LBJ) are available daily on two airlines: Indonesia AirAsia (QZ) and Batik Air (ID). Together they offer about 48 weekly non‑stops — AirAsia with up to five departures a day and Batik Air with three — and the flight takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes. Both carriers operate the route every day of the week, so you can fly any day you choose.",
        "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. Carrier service, flight times and distances for this route come from our flight-schedule database, which draws on published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data, and observed operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We report the days of the week and the departure times each carrier operates. The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time, given both per carrier and across all carriers on the route; where a schedule does not publish an elapsed time, it is derived from the scheduled departure and arrival times converted to UTC. Outbound and return times are computed by the same method, so the difference between them is directly comparable and reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in derivation. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two specific airports named, so an actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer. Where shown, on-time departure and arrival rates and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, which covers U.S. domestic routes only; where a typical fare is shown, it comes from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold. Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes — flagging services that depart late at night and arrive the following morning; for connecting itineraries the red-eye is based on the timing of the overnight long-haul leg. Aircraft types are taken from the equipment each operating carrier schedules on this route, drawn from published airline timetables and airline equipment schedules in our flight-schedule database. They describe typical scheduled aircraft and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute equipment swaps.",
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      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Labuan Bajo?",
        "answer": "Komodo International Airport (LBJ) is about 2 km from downtown Labuan Bajo, so taxis and hotel shuttles are the main options — a taxi takes under 10 minutes and typically costs around 50,000–100,000 IDR. Ride‑sharing apps are unreliable, there is no public bus or train, and car rentals are available but rarely needed for the short ride. Taxis are the most used and fastest way into town.",
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Komodo_International_Airport",
            "title": "Komodo International Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-07-19T05:00:59Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Komodo%20International%20Airport",
            "title": "Komodo International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-22T13:52:53Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kuching_Metro_Electric_City_Bus",
            "title": "Kuching Metro Electric City Bus",
            "time_published": "2026-06-16T05:29:35Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zainuddin_Abdul_Madjid_International_Airport",
            "title": "Lombok International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-26T04:15:35Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Labuan%20Airport",
            "title": "Labuan Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-01-05T17:08:46Z"
          }
        ],
        "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Denpasar to Labuan Bajo?",
        "answer": "No overnight (red‑eye) flights operate from Denpasar (DPS) to Labuan Bajo (LBJ) — neither nonstop nor connecting itineraries with a red‑eye long leg were found on this route.",
        "methodology": "Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes — flagging services that depart late at night and arrive the following morning; for connecting itineraries the red-eye is based on the timing of the overnight long-haul leg.",
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      },
      "q7": {
        "question": "Which airlines usually operate this route from Denpasar to Labuan Bajo?",
        "answer": "AirAsia Indonesia and Batik Air Indonesia operate nonstop flights from Denpasar to Labuan Bajo, with AirAsia Indonesia running 27 weekly flights and Batik Air Indonesia 21 weekly flights. Both airlines offer daily service, with departures throughout the day. Specific median fares are not available, but the route is well-served by these two carriers.",
        "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a typical fare is shown for a carrier, it is the median of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.",
        "toolsUsed": [
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      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Denpasar and Labuan Bajo?",
        "answer": "Common layover cities between Denpasar and Labuan Bajo include Jakarta and Surabaya, which offer multiple daily connections and efficient transfers. Some itineraries may also route through Makassar, providing additional frequency. These domestic hubs minimize travel time on this route."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Labuan Bajo?",
        "answer": "April to June and September offer dry, sunny days and fewer tourists than the July-August peak."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Denpasar to Labuan Bajo?",
        "answer": "For this domestic flight, bring a valid national ID or passport, a payment method for baggage, and any required health documents such as a vaccination certificate."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Labuan Bajo?",
        "answer": "Labuan Bajo has one airport, Komodo Airport, which serves as the gateway to Komodo National Park and is located just a few kilometres from the town centre."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Ngurah Rai (Bali) Intl Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "From central Denpasar, taxis, ride‑share services like Grab and Gojek, and private airport transfers are the main ways to reach Ngurah Rai Airport. A taxi or ride‑share from the city center takes about 20–40 minutes depending on traffic and is the most popular and convenient option, while pre‑booked private transfers offer a fixed price. Public bus service exists but is limited, and driving yourself is possible with paid parking available at the airport, though traffic can be heavy. There is no rail link yet; a planned metro line to the airport is still years away.",
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ngurah_Rai_International_Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-07-15T17:49:13Z"
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            "title": "Ngurah Rai International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-05-03T08:01:18Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bali_Metro",
            "title": "Bali Metro",
            "time_published": "2026-05-17T06:22:57Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bali%20Metro",
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/North_Bali_International_Airport",
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        "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed."
      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Labuan Bajo airport?",
        "answer": "Komodo International Airport (LBJ) does not have on-site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods. There are no sleeping facilities inside the terminal, so an overnight stay is not possible. Nearby hotels in Labuan Bajo are accessible via shuttle or taxi, but none are directly connected to the airport by a dedicated shuttle service.",
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Komodo%20International%20Airport",
            "title": "Komodo International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-22T13:52:53Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://meetings.accor.com/hotel/9041/index.en.shtml",
            "title": "Hotel in Airport - Ibis Budget Jakarta Airport - Accorhotels - Meetings",
            "time_published": "2025-10-09T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/guides/lombok-airport-guide.htm",
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            "url": "https://all.accor.com/a/tr/destination/region/hotels-borneo-re53.html?pageIndex=4",
            "title": "BORNEO otelleri: all.accor.com üzerinden online rezervasyon yapın",
            "time_published": "2026-03-28T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://all.accor.com/a/tr/destination/department/hotels-lampung-dp82.html?pageIndex=9",
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        "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed."
      },
      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Komodo Airport?",
        "answer": "Komodo International Airport (LBJ) in Labuan Bajo does not explicitly list currency exchange offices, prayer rooms, or free Wi‑Fi in its available amenity details. While the airport has undergone significant upgrades, including a new passenger terminal, specific information on these services is not provided.",
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            "time_published": "2026-04-22T13:52:53Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zainuddin_Abdul_Madjid_International_Airport",
            "title": "Lombok International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-26T04:15:35Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Langkawi%20International%20Airport",
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            "time_published": "2006-06-03T18:34:20Z"
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            "title": "Labuan Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-07-07T19:20:37Z"
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        "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed."
      },
      "q16": {
        "question": "Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the Denpasar and Labuan Bajo airports?",
        "answer": "Denpasar's Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) offers wheelchair-accessible facilities, dedicated check-in counters, and ramps throughout the terminal, with mobility assistance available by contacting your airline at least 48 hours before departure. The airport also features nursing rooms and children's play areas in both the domestic and international terminals to support families. At Labuan Bajo's Komodo International Airport (LBJ), while specific accessibility programs are less detailed, the modern terminal provides step-free access, accessible restrooms, and staff assistance upon request, though dedicated children's play areas are limited.",
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Denpasar_International_Airport",
            "title": "Ngurah Rai International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-05-03T08:01:18Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ngurah%20Rai%20International%20Airport",
            "title": "Ngurah Rai International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-05-01T22:21:48Z"
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          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/North_Bali_International_Airport",
            "title": "North Bali International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-07-05T21:25:27Z"
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          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bali_Airport",
            "title": "Bali Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-07-06T01:16:43Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Selaparang%20Airport",
            "title": "Selaparang Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-02-28T08:39:45Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zainuddin_Abdul_Madjid_International_Airport",
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lombok%20International%20Airport",
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        "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed."
      },
      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Denpasar to Labuan Bajo?",
        "answer": "The Airbus A320-100 is the aircraft you'll most often see on the nonstop hop from Denpasar to Labuan Bajo, operated by Indonesia AirAsia. Connecting itineraries, which typically route through Jakarta, Halim Perdanakusuma, or Surabaya, also use Airbus A320-family jets — mostly the A320-200 Ceo and occasionally the A320-100 — on both legs. The exact variant can vary by day and airline, but the route is firmly an Airbus A320 operation.",
        "methodology": "Aircraft types are taken from the equipment each operating carrier schedules on this route, drawn from published airline timetables and airline equipment schedules in our flight-schedule database. They describe typical scheduled aircraft and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute equipment swaps.",
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      },
      "q18": {
        "question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from Denpasar to Labuan Bajo?",
        "answer": "Nonstop flights from Denpasar to Labuan Bajo are operated by Indonesia AirAsia (QZ) and Batik Air (ID). Indonesia AirAsia is part of the AirAsia Group and is not a member of any global alliance, while Batik Air, as part of the Lion Air Group, also has no global alliance affiliation. Other alliances may serve the route via connections, but those carriers are not on nonstop services.",
        "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.",
        "toolsUsed": [
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      },
      "q20": {
        "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Denpasar?",
        "answer": "At Denpasar's Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS), there are several lounges available. The Concordia Lounge operates in both the domestic and international terminals, offering a comfortable pre-flight space. The Blue Sky Premier Lounge is also available in the domestic terminal. For international departures, Priority Pass members can access the Flight Club DPS restaurant, located airside opposite Gate 2, which provides a set menu experience rather than a traditional lounge. These lounges are accessible to eligible passengers, such as those traveling in business class or with certain elite statuses, and some may offer day passes or accept major lounge membership programs.",
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          {
            "url": "https://flights.cathaypacific.com/destinations/en_HK/flights-from-denpasar-bali",
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          {
            "url": "https://my.prioritypass.com:443/en-GB/lounges/indonesia/ngurah-rai-international/dps10d-flight-club-dps?sv_campaign_id=265287&utm_source=awin&utm_term=265287&utm_content=&sv1=affiliate&utm_campaign=affiliate&awc=60243_1770374246_9974a9d8d908aa8d43a7575833e7a6c1",
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            "url": "https://prioritypass.com/lounges/indonesia/bali-ngurah-rai-intl",
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          {
            "url": "https://www.qantas.com/pf/en/qantas-experience/at-the-airport/airport-guides/denpasar-bali-airport-guide.html",
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            "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-gb/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/DPS",
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        "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed."
      },
      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Denpasar to Labuan Bajo?",
        "answer": "On Denpasar–Labuan Bajo flights, baggage rules depend on the airline and fare type. Basic economy often restricts checked baggage, while standard fares usually include one checked bag and a carry‑on. Premium fares may allow more."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Denpasar to Labuan Bajo?",
        "answer": "On this short domestic hop, flights typically offer only Economy seating; Premium Economy and flat‑bed Business are not common."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Same‑day changes and standby depend on the airline and fare type, with flexible and business‑class tickets offering the most generous options, while economy saver fares typically do not allow them."
      }
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