How to get to Manado?

Flights to get to Manado, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

One of the best ways to get to Manado is via Singapore.
Singapore Airlines has an extensive network of long haul flights from all over the world that can get you to Singapore. From there it is an easy connection with Scoot Airlines, the regional carrier of Singapore Airlines. Scoot has 4 direct flights a week to Manado, on Monday, Wednesday Friday and Saturday.

Traveling via Jakarta is another good option.
Many airlines have direct flights to Jakarta. From there you can fly daily with domestic airlines like Garuda Airlines or Lion Air directly to Manado.
Another posibility is to fly via Denpasar in Bali. There are many (cheap) international flights daily to Denpasar.
From there it is easy to book a domestic flight to Manado direct or via Makasar (Ujung Pandang).

We can assist you in booking domestic flights. Reach our via our normal email address if you want our assistance. A great web site to find and book domestic tickets is: www.trip.com

Getting to Lumbalumba Resort – Manado

It takes about 1 to 1.5 hour to get to the resort from Manado International Airport Sam Ratulangi, depending on traffic.
Round trip airport transfers are included in your package if your stay is 5 nights or longer. A car & driver will be waiting for you at the airport at the arrival gate carrying a sign with your name on it. We can always arrange a car & driver for you if you stay less then 5 nights. There are also taxi’s available at the airport and know to find us!

Visa on Arrival in Manado

There are a number of countries that can get a visa on arrival in Manado for the purpose of tourism for 30 days. Currently these countries are: South Africa, United States of America, Saudi Arabia, Argentina, Australia, The Netherlands, Belgium, Brazil, Brunei, Denmark, Philippines, Finland, Hungary, India, The United Kingdom, Italy, Japan, German, Cambodia, Canada, South Korea, Laos, Malaysia, Mexico, Myanmar, Norway, France, Poland, Qatar, New Zealand, Seychelles, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, China, Tunisia, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, Vietnam, Austria, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Estonia, Hong Kong, Ireland, Croatia, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Portugal, Romania, Cyrus, Slovakia, Slovenia and Greece.

Visa on Arrival, valid for 30 days, costs Rp. 500,000 per person. Approx. € 32,- or US$ 35,-.
you can obtain this visa at the airport of entry in Indonesia. But you can also apply for it before arrival. Continue reading below:

All Indonesia Arrival Card – Digital Arrival Card for Indonesia

Since September 2025, all travelers to Indonesia are required to complete a digital Arrival Card before departure: the All Indonesia Arrival Card. This is a mandatory online entry declaration where you provide your personal information, travel details, health status, and any customs information. The card replaces the old paper forms (such as the health declaration and customs form) and saves time upon arrival at airports or other border points.

You can complete this card up to 72 hours (3 days) before your arrival via the official Indonesian immigration website. After submission, you will receive a QR code by email, which you must present to immigration and customs upon arrival.

Official website for the All Indonesia Arrival Card:
allindonesia.imigrasi.go.id

 Note: This card is free of charge and does not replace your visa — you still need a valid visa (e.g., Visa on Arrival or e‑Visa) to enter Indonesia.

There is also and app you can download on and Android or Iphone. Go to Playstore and download the All Indonesia app.
With the sometimes not working website, this is probably the best option.

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e‑Visa on Arrival (e‑VOA) for Indonesia

If you want to obtain your Visa on Arrival before traveling, you can apply safely online through the official Indonesian e‑Visa portal. This electronic visa (e‑VOA) allows you to speed up entry and reduce waiting times at the airport.

 Official Indonesian e‑Visa website:
evisa.imigrasi.go.id

Unfortunately do the sites not always work properly. It has to do with updates, overload and probably start-up issues.
But no panic. You can always get all you need also on arrival at your port of entry. It only takes longer.
But whatever you try, only use official government websites (ending in .go.id) to avoid scams or fake visa services.