How to get to Gili Islands?

Take a boat from Bangsal or Teluk Nara harbor.

Yes, it is a safe city for tourists.

What is the airport code?

LOP (Lombok International Airport).

No, you must connect through Jakarta or Surabaya.

What is the best way to travel?

Flying is the only practical way from Bintan.

Bintan

Flight

Bintan to Mataram

Updated: 28 May 2026

Mataram is the capital of Lombok. To reach it from Bintan, take a ferry to Batam and fly to Lombok International Airport (LOP), usually via Jakarta. The total distance is about 1,800 km. The journey takes approximately 7 hours. This route is popular for travelers heading to the Gili Islands or Mount Rinjani.

Total Distance: Driving distance N/A; Air distance 1,800 km.

Fastest Way

Flight from Batam to Lombok with a short connection in Jakarta.

Cheapest Way

Ferry to Batam and budget airline flight with a connection.

Compare Bintan to Mataram Routes

Flight

Connecting

Duration

7 hours

Avg Price

2,000,000 - 3,500,000 IDR

Operator

Lion Air

Route

TNJ to BTH, then BTH to CGK, then CGK to LOP

Book your airport transfer in advance to reach Mataram city center.

Travel Tips

Transport
Use ride-hailing apps like Grab or Gojek for easy transport in Mataram.
Food
Try Ayam Taliwang, a spicy grilled chicken dish famous in Lombok.
Trekking
If hiking Rinjani, ensure you book a licensed guide.
Culture
Lombok is known as the Island of a Thousand Mosques; dress respectfully.
Shopping
Buy local pearls and hand-woven textiles as souvenirs.