Transport guide · How to get from Paris to Lombok
There is no direct flight from Paris to Lombok. Routes go via Singapore (Air France/SQ + Scoot), Doha (Qatar Airways + Scoot), Dubai (Emirates), or KL (AirAsia). Total journey 16-22 hours. Fares run EUR 750-1,800 return. French passport holders get Indonesian VOA at LOP for 35 USD.
| Method | Time | Cost | Comfort | Frequency | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CDG → SIN → LOP via Air France or SQ + Scoot | 16-18 hours total | EUR 800-1,500 return | Daily (Scoot LOP 4-5x/week) | Most French travelers | |
| CDG → DOH → SIN → LOP via Qatar Airways + Scoot | 17-20 hours total | EUR 750-1,400 return | Daily | Budget-aware premium travelers | |
| CDG → DXB → DPS → LOP via Emirates | 17-22 hours total | EUR 800-1,700 return | Daily | Emirates frequent flyers |
16-18 hours total · EUR 800-1,500 return
Tip: Air France's CDG-SIN service is reliable; Singapore Airlines is the premium option for the long leg.
17-20 hours total · EUR 750-1,400 return
Tip: Often cheapest of the premium options. Qatar Airways' service quality is consistently excellent.
17-22 hours total · EUR 800-1,700 return
Tip: Long total journey with full Emirates premium experience.
Air France or Singapore Airlines via Singapore is the default for French travelers — fastest at 16-18 hours, premium service throughout. Qatar Airways via Doha is typically cheapest of the comparable options. For Air France miles users, the CDG-SIN direct + Scoot combo is most efficient.
# Paris to Lombok: The French Long-Haul Adventure
France has one of Europe's most enthusiastic Indonesia travel markets, with Bali being the long-time favorite destination. Lombok is the natural next step for French travelers seeking less crowded alternatives. The 16-22 hour total journey makes Lombok a serious vacation commitment — most French visitors plan 2-3 week trips combining Bali and Lombok.
CDG → SIN → LOP via Air France + Scoot is the recommended option for French travelers. Air France operates daily CDG-SIN service with reliable full-service quality. The 12-13 hour long leg provides full meals, decent seats, and Air France's Flying Blue mileage program participation.
After 2+ hour Changi transit (genuinely enjoyable airport), Scoot's direct SIN-LOP completes the journey in 2.5 hours.
Total: 16-18 hours. Fares EUR 800-1,500 return.
CDG → DOH → SIN → LOP via Qatar Airways often delivers the same quality as Air France routing at 10-15% lower fares. Qatar Airways is consistently among the world's top airlines, and Doha's Hamad International Airport is clean and efficient (though smaller than Changi).
Total: 17-20 hours. Fares EUR 750-1,400 return.
French passport holders get Indonesian visa on arrival (VOA) at LOP for 35 USD, payable in cash (USD preferred) or by card. The VOA is 30 days and extendable once at Mataram immigration.
Bring minimum 100 USD cash for VOA. French bank cards work at most Indonesian ATMs but with foreign transaction fees. Many French travelers use Revolut or Wise for fee-free currency conversion.
France has strong cultural and historical interest in Indonesia. French travelers visit Bali in large numbers, and Lombok's appeal includes:
14-day Lombok focus:
21-day combined French trip: