Transport guide · How to get from Beijing to Lombok
There is no direct flight from Beijing to Lombok. All routes require 1 or 2 stops, typically via Kuala Lumpur (AirAsia X), Singapore (Air China/Scoot), or Bali (Air China, China Southern). Total journey is 11-16 hours. Fares run CNY 3,500-7,000 return. Chinese passport holders need Indonesian VOA at LOP for 35 USD.
| Method | Time | Cost | Comfort | Frequency | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PEK → KUL → LOP via AirAsia | 11-13 hours total | CNY 3,500-6,000 return | Daily | Budget-conscious Chinese travelers | |
| PEK → DPS → LOP via Air China + Wings | 12-14 hours total | CNY 4,000-7,000 return | Daily | Comfort-seeking Chinese travelers | |
| PEK → SIN → LOP via Air China + Scoot | 12-15 hours total | CNY 4,000-6,500 return | Daily (Scoot LOP 4-5x/week) | Premium first-leg experience |
11-13 hours total · CNY 3,500-6,000 return
Tip: Most cost-effective option with single airline through-ticketing. Book via airasia.com directly.
12-14 hours total · CNY 4,000-7,000 return
Tip: Chinese carriers often have Mandarin-speaking crew. Good for first-time international travelers.
12-15 hours total · CNY 4,000-6,500 return
Tip: Better transit experience at Changi. Verify Scoot LOP schedule.
AirAsia routing via KUL is the default choice for most Chinese travelers — cheapest total fare with single-airline through-ticketing. Air China via Denpasar is the second option for travelers wanting Mandarin-speaking crew and full-service long-haul.
# Beijing to Lombok: The Long-Haul Chinese Tourist Route
Lombok's growing appeal to Chinese tourists parallels the broader Chinese Indonesia tourism boom. The challenge is logistical — no direct flight exists between any Chinese mainland city and Lombok, and every trip requires long-haul international transit. For Beijing-based travelers, the total journey time of 11-16 hours positions Lombok as a dedicated vacation destination for 7-10 day trips.
Via Kuala Lumpur (KUL): The most cost-effective route. AirAsia X flies PEK-KUL and AirAsia operates the KUL-LOP direct segment. Total time 11-13 hours including KLIA2 transit. Fares typically CNY 3,500-6,000 return. Single airline booking provides protection against missed connections.
Via Bali (DPS): Full-service routing using Chinese carriers. Air China and China Southern both fly PEK-DPS direct, followed by a short DPS-LOP domestic hop. Total 12-14 hours. Fares CNY 4,000-7,000 return. Better service quality on the long leg, with Mandarin-speaking crew.
Via Singapore (SIN): Air China PEK-SIN + Scoot SIN-LOP. Excellent transit experience at Changi, but requires Scoot's LOP route to be running on your dates (4-5 flights per week, not daily).
Chinese passport holders (PRC) can obtain Indonesian visa on arrival at LOP for 35 USD, payable in cash (USD preferred) or card. The VOA is 30 days and extendable once at Mataram immigration.
Bring at least 100 USD cash for VOA and initial expenses. UnionPay cards work at most major ATMs in Lombok but with limitations at smaller shops. Some travelers carry CNY cash for exchange at LOP or Mataram, though rates are poor — better to exchange USD to IDR.
Growing interest in Lombok from Chinese travelers comes from several factors:
7-day Chinese family trip:
10-day trip: Add 2-day Rinjani trekking or extra Gili time for divers.