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L A B U A N B A J O, 19 July 2026 – Traveling has become even more convenient with the launch of Wings Air's direct flights from Komodo International Airport, Labuan Bajo (LBJ) to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport, Makassar (UPG).

Flight Schedule

Effective 19 July 2026

Makassar serves as one of the key aviation hubs in Eastern Indonesia. From Makassar, passengers can seamlessly continue their journey through the integrated Wings Air and Lion Group network to numerous destinations across the country.

Via Makassar

Sulawesi

• Labuan Bajo → Makassar
• Labuan Bajo → Makassar → Manado
• Labuan Bajo → Makassar → Gorontalo
• Labuan Bajo → Makassar → Palu
• Labuan Bajo → Makassar → Luwuk
• Labuan Bajo → Makassar → Morowali
• Labuan Bajo → Makassar → Kendari
• Labuan Bajo → Makassar → Kolaka
• Labuan Bajo → Makassar → Baubau
• Labuan Bajo → Makassar → Mamuju
• Labuan Bajo → Makassar → Palopo
• Labuan Bajo → Makassar → Tana Toraja

Kalimantan

• Labuan Bajo → Makassar → Balikpapan
• Labuan Bajo → Makassar → Banjarmasin
• Labuan Bajo → Makassar → Batulicin

Maluku

• Labuan Bajo → Makassar → Ambon
• Labuan Bajo → Makassar → Ternate

Papua

• Labuan Bajo → Makassar → Jayapura
• Labuan Bajo → Makassar → Biak
• Labuan Bajo → Makassar → Manokwari
• Labuan Bajo → Makassar → Sorong
• Labuan Bajo → Makassar → Timika
• Labuan Bajo → Makassar → Merauke

This enhanced connectivity benefits a wide range of travelers. Business communities gain faster access to expand trade networks and investment opportunities. Government agencies can more easily reach destinations to support interregional coordination. Professionals in education, healthcare, and various other sectors benefit from more efficient travel options. At the same time, people visiting family and relatives across Indonesia now enjoy more convenient access.

For the tourism sector, the new service further strengthens West Manggarai Regency's position as one of Indonesia's premier tourism gateways. Travelers from across the country now have easier access to Labuan Bajo, creating greater opportunities for the growth of the creative economy, MSMEs, the service industry, investment, trade, and other productive sectors that benefit from increased mobility.

In addition to Makassar, Wings Air has already expanded its direct flight network from Labuan Bajo to several destinations across the Nusa Tenggara region:

• Labuan Bajo ↔ Lombok
• Labuan Bajo ↔ Bajawa
• Labuan Bajo ↔ Ende
• Labuan Bajo ↔ Maumere
• Labuan Bajo ↔ Kupang
• Starting 23 July 2026: Labuan Bajo ↔ Tambolaka

These routes also provide passengers with even more onward travel options, including:

• Labuan Bajo → Lombok → Bali
• Labuan Bajo → Lombok → Surabaya
• Labuan Bajo → Lombok → Yogyakarta
• Labuan Bajo → Lombok → Semarang
• Labuan Bajo → Lombok → Jakarta
• Labuan Bajo → Lombok → numerous other destinations through the Wings Air and Lion Group network.

All flights are operated using the ATR 72, a modern turboprop aircraft configured with 72 comfortable all-economy seats. The aircraft is specifically designed to serve airports across Indonesia's archipelago while providing a comfortable travel experience on regional routes.

To make travel even more convenient, customers can book flights and complete online check-in through the BookCabinapp. Within a single application, travelers can easily manage their journey while enjoying exclusive benefits as CabinClub members.

Wings Air extends its appreciation to local governments, airport operators, aviation regulators, and all stakeholders for their continued collaboration in strengthening Indonesia's air connectivity. This partnership is expected to further expand public access, increase the movement of people and economic activity, and reinforce Labuan Bajo's role as one of the principal gateways to Eastern Indonesia.

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