Question 1

Where is Flores located?

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Flores is located in Indonesia, as one of the Lesser Sunda Islands in the East Nusa Tenggara Province. It is situated east of Sumbawa, Lombok, and Bali.

Question 2

What are the top things to do on Flores?

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Top things to do on Flores include visiting Komodo National Park to see Komodo dragons and exploring the changing-color Kelimutu Crater Lakes. Diving, snorkeling, and visiting traditional villages like Wae Rebo are also popular activities.

Question 3

Why is Flores famous?

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Flores is famous as the natural habitat of the Komodo dragon and for the unique, changing-color Kelimutu Crater Lakes. It also gained international attention with the discovery of Homo floresiensis.

Question 4

Is Flores worth visiting?

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Flores is considered worth visiting, especially for its natural beauty and rich cultural experience. Many travelers combine a trip to Flores with a visit to Komodo National Park.

Question 5

When is the best time to visit Flores?

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The best time to visit Flores is during the dry season, which generally runs from April to October. This period offers less rain, clearer skies, and better conditions for activities like hiking and boat travel.

Question 6

How many days do you need on Flores?

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For a comprehensive experience on Flores, including Komodo National Park and inland attractions, five days is an ideal duration. An overland tour with a private car requires a minimum of four days.

Question 7

What is the weather like on Flores by season?

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On Flores, the dry season (April to October) has daytime temperatures from 31 to 33 C, with minimal rain. The rainy season (November to March) brings heavy rainfall and high humidity.

Question 8

What is the nearest airport to Flores?

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The nearest airport to Flores is H. Hasan Aroeboesman (ENE) Airport, located approximately 36 km away from the central part of the island. It is in Ende, a significant town on Flores.

Question 9

How do I get to Flores from the nearest airport?

Accepted Answer

From H. Hasan Aroeboesman Airport in Ende, you can walk to Ende town or take an ojek (motorcycle taxi). To reach Kelimutu from Ende is about a 1 hour 30 minute drive.

Question 10

How far is Flores from the nearest city?

Accepted Answer

Flores is an island; it does not have a single "nearest city" in the conventional sense. Ende is the largest town on Flores and serves as a main gateway for visitors to the island.

Question 11

Can you visit Flores without a car?

Accepted Answer

You can visit parts of Flores without a private car by using public buses between major towns like Ende, Moni, and Bajawa. For shorter distances, motorbikes are an option, and boats are essential for island hopping.

Question 12

Which airlines fly to the nearest airport for Flores?

Accepted Answer

Wings Air is an airline that flies to H. Hasan Aroeboesman (ENE) Airport, the nearest airport for Flores. This airport connects Flores to various destinations across Indonesia.

Nearest airports	H. Hasan Aroeboesman (ENE) — 36 km Turelelo Soa (BJW) — 36 km
Getting there
Typical visit duration	Several days
Best time to visit	April to October (dry season)
Cheapest month to fly	October
Currency	Indonesian Rupiah (IDR)
Language	Bahasa Indonesia

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