Bali has for many years been considered one of the most attractive places in the world for recreation . Despite the huge popularity among tourists, this incredibly dynamic, ever-changing and developing island managed, nevertheless, to preserve its uniqueness and original culture , so that travelers who once visited Bali come back again and again. Today we will tell you more about the place where the history of dating of any foreign visitor begins with the legendary "island of the Gods" - Ngurah Rai airport.
How many airports are in Bali?
Many tourists, first planning a trip to Bali, are wondering how many airports are there and which one is better to choose. Unfortunately or fortunately, one of the best resorts in Indonesia has only one of the aero nodes, located on the south coast. To find Bali Denpasar airport (code - IATA: DPS, ICAO: WADD) is easy: it is located in Tuban, between Kuta and Jimbaran , not far from the main tourist attractions of the island and only 13 km from the capital (from where one of its names occurs ).
Another official name of the airport in Bali (Indonesia) - Ngurah Rai - was given to him in honor of the local hero And Gusti Ngurah Raya, who died in 1946 in the battle against the Dutch in Tabanan.
Structure of Bali Airport
Since the airport building was first opened in 1931, over the years of its existence, repair work has already been carried out more than once. The last reconstruction was completed in 2013 with the aim of increasing the capacity to 25 million people per year. Initially, it was also planned to increase the runway, but with detailed consideration of the issue it was found out that this is impossible due to some environmental problems and adjacent to the airport densely populated areas.
To date, Ngurah Rai International Airport includes:
- The international terminal , located in a new L-shaped building with a total area of 65,800 square meters. m. The design of the structure is in the traditional Balinese style. There are separate halls for departure and arrival on the territory of the terminal. In the departure zone there are 62 check-in counters equipped with electronic oars and luggage conveyors. The capacity of the international terminal is up to 5 million people per year.
- An internal terminal that is located in an old neighboring building. The area of the facility was increased 4 times compared to the previous one, so the terminal's throughput increased to 9.5 million passengers per year.
- Bus fleet , created for the transportation of passengers who do not use aerobrids ("air bridge"). People traveling inside the country, as well as some international tourists, often go to planes parked on the platform between the inland and cargo terminals using these buses.
Everything for travelers
For transit tourists and anyone who does not plan to stay on the island for a long time, Novotel Bali Ngurah Rai Airport, located near the international terminal building, will be a pleasant surprise, equipped with everything necessary for comfortable living. Each room has its own bathroom, air conditioning, plasma TV and safe. The nearest beach is only 10 min. walk, but also on site, there is an outdoor swimming pool. Also available for guests is a spa, a gym, a conference room, a restaurant and parking.
On the territory of Denpasar airport in Bali there are also prayer rooms, places for smoking, showers and a massage room. There are various recreation areas, including children's playgrounds and cinemas, the broadcasting of films, news, various entertainment and sports channels. In addition, since about 500 private aircraft land here every month, the administration has built an additional apron in the south of the airport with a special exit gate, which can accommodate 14 small aircraft.
How to get from the airport of Bali to the city of Denpasar?
One of the main airports of Indonesia is located near the capital of Bali, so most of the tourists go first there. To get to Denpasar, as well as to other resorts of the island, you can only 3 ways:
- Transfer from the airport of Bali. The easiest way to get to your destination / hotel is by using the shuttle service. Thus, by the time of arrival in the arrival hall, you will already be expected by the driver. However, please note that not all hotels offer this service, so know all the nuances in advance.
- Taxi. Another popular option to get to the city from Bali airport is by taxi. In advance, ask the driver how much the fare will cost. On the average, the road to Denpasar taking into account the traffic jams takes no more than 30-35 minutes, and the final price you pay according to the tariffs is about 5-7 USD.
- Car for rent . A great option for tourists traveling with family or a large group of friends. This method allows you to plan your trip yourself without worrying about transport . In the photo of the scheme of Denpasar airport you can see that in its territory there is a special rental point for cars where you can take any model you like for any period. The rental price for 7 days is from 260 to 400 USD. depending on the capacity and class of cars.