Planning a vacation is exciting but sometimes looking for a flight deal is stressful and overwhelming – so many airlines and flight deals, how to choose the right flight and the best time to travel?
Gladly, there is a convenient direct flight from Perth to Bali and you can step out of the plane in just 3.5 hours and enjoy your well-planned holiday.
Our little guide will make sure you find the cheap flight, are well prepared for it, know exactly what to do and where to go once you arrive in Bali and hopefully make your whole journey smooth and stress-free.
Key Points About Flying Out The Perth Airport
Direct flights from Perth to Bali take 3h 40m to 3h 50m on average. You need to be at the airport 2 hours prior.
Perth has one international airport with a code PER. Terminal T1 and T3 are the only two international terminals. Your flight to Bali will likely be from T1. AirAsia, Jetstar, Batik Air, and Garuda Indonesia are usually flying out of International Terminal 1. Only Qantas fly from Terminal 3. Don’t worry if you arrive at the wrong terminal, there are shuttle buses and rideshares between them.
You can easily get to the Perth Airport Terminal 1 from the city centre by bus 37 or train using the Airpot line. The train ride takes around 35 minutes and you arrive at the terminal 1/2 which is super convenient when you fly to Bali.
If you are driving to the airport, you can leave your car at the long-term car parking near T1/T2 which has a free shuttle. A week there will cost 99 to 139 AUD. You can book and pay for it directly at the airport website.
Lounge at Terminal 1 at the Perth Airport is open to everyone and you can enjoy it 3 hours before your flight. The price is 75 AUD per adult, and 44 AUD per child. Unfortunately, it is not a 24-hour lounge.
If travelling light, do the check-in online and print your boarding pass at the airport or simply show it on our phone.
What Is Required To Enter Bali From Perth?
Every Australian, no matter the age, needs a visa to visit Bali. But, it is not expensive and you can buy it directly after landing in Bali.
You have to make sure your passport is valid for minimum of six months.
E-customs declaration (can be done directly at Bali airport).
Make sure you have your return tickets saved. Many airlines will ask for it before check-in.
Things like vaccination certificates and health insurance are personal responsibilities and won’t be checked.
Where To Look For Cheap Flights To Bali & Deals
The earlier you decide on your travel dates, the earlier you can start searching for the tickets. Fares on last-minute flights are always higher, so booking in advance is much more budget-friendly.
Always compare prices between the official airline website and aggregators like Skyscanner to find the best cheap flights from Perth to Bali.
There are flights Perth-Bali departing every day, year-round so you will definitely find the right flight for you.
Airlines Flying From Perth To Bali And Offering Direct Flights
Bali is one of the most popular vacation destinations for Australians and multiple airlines will have direct flights from Australia to Bali.
If you fly from Perth, Indonesia AirAsia, Cathay Pacific, Malaysia Airlines, Citilink, Lion Air, Batik Air, Jetstar, and Qantas – all will have cheap flights if you book in advance. Other airlines may occasionally offer Bali flight deals but the abovementioned airlines are the most reliable for the Bali flight route.
You can monitor Qantas flights deals on their website, they do round-trip packages to Bali for holidays for 900-1000 AUD. If using Qantas points, direct flight Perth-Bali will be 14,400 points and 129 AUD extra charge.
Singapore Airlines often fly from Perth to bali but rarely you can find a direct flight. They all do a short layover in Singapore.
Bali Flights Prices & The Best Months To Fly
Booking 1-2 months in advance you’re looking to spend 160-180 AUD. Cheapest months to fly from Perth to Bali are February to mid-June and September to early November. May is the most affordable month to fly Perth-Bali.
Last-minute tickets will be around 200-220 AUD.
Bali flights are the most expensive during holidays. The flights in December – the hottest holiday season – will be much more expensive, even if you are booking in advance, around 600 AUD. The cheapest flights during summer break are around 210-280 AUD.
Earlier mornings and late evening Bali flights are usually cheaper than other flights too.
Monday, Sunday, and Saturday evening flights from Perth to Bali seem to be the cheapest flights.
The cheap flights usually only cover carry-on, do not include seat selection or flight change fees, and may be non-refundable.
To find better price, choose your preferred dates but allow a little room setting the search for 1 to 3 days before or after those dates.
Look for one-way flights first from Perth to Bali and Bali-Perth, this way you can find flights that are carried out by different airlines and a better deal rather than choosing only from the packages by one airline.
What Visa Do You Need To Visit Bali From Australia
Visa On Arrival B1 (VoA)
For short tourism visits under 30 days, the most popular choice is a simple Visa on arrival or B1, which you can get directly at the Bali airport after landing.
You can also order it online (e-VoA), but the system is not working consistently. The price is 500,000 IDR (roughly 48 AUD).
This visa can be extended one time for another 30 days.
It doesn’t allow any work or business activities in Indonesia.
60 Days Tourist Visa
Also called a social visa, allows you to stay 60 days. After that, you may do a visa run and return to Bali for another 60 days. However, if you’re planning to stay in Bali long-term it is best to sort out the correct visa from the beginning.
This visa costs 1,500,000 IDR (around 143 AUD).
Digital Nomad Visa E33G
Australians working remotely for a company can apply for a remote worker multi-entry visa that allows them to stay in Bali (and travel around Indonesia) for 1 year.
The price is 150 USD (220 AUD) + 2,700,000 IDR (256 AUD).
There are many other visa options available depending on your purpose of visit, from investing to performing. The official website has all the needed instructions and most of the times you can apply by yourself avoiding overpaying agent fees.
Arriving At Denpasar Airport
Bali’s airport is located in Denpasar and is called Denpasar Bali I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport. It is a relatively small airport. There is no public transport connecting the airport to tourist areas.
Useful apps to install: taxi and food delivery apps Grab and Gojek. You can install the AirAsia Move app to check exclusive flight deals and buy cheap tickets. To book adventures you can use Klook, Airbnb, or a specialized Bali tour agency.
Once You Landed In Bali
Scan the QR code either before boarding the plane at Perth or once landed in Bali to fill out a customs declaration. It is easy and takes no longer than 5 minutes. Screenshot the QR at the end of the procedure.
Bali Airport has an average Wi-Fi so you will be able to connect and check your address or any other info.
If you did your visa online and have a biometric passport, use automatic gates.
If you need to get a visa on arrival, follow the signs. The desk is in the middle of the passport control hall.
After the passport control you can claim you luggage.
The area behind is the customs where you will show your QR code. Afterwards you may be asked to scan your bags, but it doesn’t happen often.
If you’re staying longer than 90 days, right after the customs there will be a room where you need to register your phone. According to the Indonesian policies, foreigners staying long-term must pay import tax on the imported phones (your personal phone is considered imported) and register the IMEI in the system.
Getting From Bali Airport To Your Accommodation
Once you landed, picked up your luggage, and were cleared by the customs, you will exit in the arrivals hall.
Follow the hall, you will pass by a few shops and taxi booths. After a long line of people waiting for their friends, family, and clients, you will finally exit to the parking area.
You will see a Circle K mini mart in front of you and on its right side the instant booking booths for online taxis: Grab and Gojek. The instant booking is easy: you open the app, the staff enters a code of the driver who is available to depart right now and the ride appears in your phone.
We recommend using one of these instead of private drivers hustling in the airport to get a fair price and a safe ride that is fully registered in the app and insured. The rates may be higher during bad weather and at night.
Getting from the airport to Canggu city centre takes around 1-1.5 hours.
To Kuta only 20-30 minutes.
To Ubud 2-2,5 hours.
You should also contact your hotel, they may have an airport pick-up service.
Travelling Tips Flying Home From Bali To Perth
Double-check the visa validity and make sure you’re not overstaying your tourist visa as the fine is 1,000,000 IDR/day (95 AUD) with a risk on being added to a black list.
Order the taxi in advance, the traffic on the island can be quite challenging and you don’t need unnecessary stress.
Tell the driver that you need International Departures. The departure hall is on the second level and the driver can drop you off there.
If you have leftover IDR change them beforehand, the rates at the airport may not be good.
Do not plan on travelling during Balinese silent day – Nyepi – the airport will be shut down. Nyepi 2025 is from 29 to 30th March, and Nyepi 2026 is on March 19th to 20th.
Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai International Airport does have a business lounge but it may not be as fancy as lounges in other countries.
Final Thoughts
If you’re visiting Bali from Perth, the journey should be quick, stress-free, and exciting.
Bali beaches, jungles and cafes await, the only thing you need to do is to not miss your flight! And with our guide, you have all the bits of information you need before boarding your Bali flight.
