Flying from Lombok International Airport (LOP) to Sorong Airport (SOQ): what you need to know
To ensure you catch your LOP to SOQ flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Take a detour to a new city or break up your flight with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Lombok International Airport to Sorong Airport. Many travellers pass through Soekarno-Hatta International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lombok International Airport (LOP) to Sorong Airport (SOQ)
At the moment, R 3,214 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Lombok International Airport to Sorong Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 6,468. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from LOP to SOQ, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your flight from Lombok International Airport to Sorong Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from LOP to SOQ.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Lombok International Airport to Sorong Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Lombok International Airport (LOP)
Lombok International Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Praya. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near LOP. Whether you've booked an early flight from Lombok International Airport to Sorong Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Sorong Airport (SOQ)
Consider booking a hotel near SOQ if you're on a late Lombok International Airport to Sorong Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Sorong Airport (SOQ) to central Sorong
From Sorong Airport, Sorong is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Sorong Airport (SOQ)
The quietest month for a flight from Lombok International Airport to Sorong Airport is February, while June is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Sorong based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Sorong is October, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Lombok International Airport to Sorong Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LOP to SOQ in July. Average temperatures are between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) then.
Explore more of Indonesia
You've done Sorong, now it's time to discover other parts of Indonesia. Journey about 467 kilometres south-west to Ambon to tick off its popular sights. From Pantai Natsepa to Pantai Pintu Kota and Pattimura Park, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Indonesia, consider Ternate, about 483 kilometres west of Sorong. Fort Tolukko, Sulamadaha beach and Kalamata Fort are among the biggest draws.