Kuta airport: Ngurah Rai (DPS) at a glance
Most visitors reach Kuta through I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport, code DPS. The airport address is Tuban, Kuta, in the Badung regency, so it sits right next to the resort area rather than in the city of Denpasar. The name "Denpasar Airport" only describes the code on your ticket, and the transfer to Kuta does not run through Denpasar city centre.
Tuban borders the central beach to the south, and Legian lies to the north. If you have not chosen a base yet, see where to stay in Kuta, and check the Kuta weather page before you fix your dates.
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Day trips and tours with pickup in Kuta
Tours that collect you from Kuta, useful on the day you arrive or leave. Pickup point and time are confirmed after booking.
Taxi and transfer from Ngurah Rai Airport (DPS)
Plan with a range of 10 to 30 minutes.
The airport lists taxis as one of its ground transport options. We have no current official taxi tariff to Kuta, so this page gives no prices, and an old fixed-price table from a few years ago should not be trusted. Agree the method of payment and the destination before you get in, or use a booked transfer.
Bali airport transfer
A transfer from DPS to Kuta takes roughly 10 to 30 minutes, depending on start point, destination and traffic. Leave extra time on the way back, especially in the evening and on busy days, and tell the driver if your lodging sits in a small lane, since the main roads and the narrow alleys (gang) are not equally reachable by car. Booking a transfer before you fly means a driver is arranged for your arrival and you know the route and the booking details in advance.
Book your transfer from Ngurah Rai Airport (DPS) to Kuta in advance on Kiwitaxi.
Where travellers stay in Bali
Grab and Gojek pickup zones
Ride-hailing works at the airport, but only at the marked pickup areas.
Grab
The airport operator names a Grab lounge in the pickup zones of the international and domestic arrivals. Grab points to the GrabCar lounge at the international arrival terminal. Follow the pickup hints in the app. Grab shows the price before you book, except for GrabTaxi.
Gojek
The airport lists a Gojek customer lounge in the international drop zone area and in the domestic arrival hall. That covers car pickup. It does not mean a driver may stop at any kerb.
GrabBike
GrabBike is not available for airport pickups, according to Grab. Do not count on a motorbike ride from the terminal.
Scooter rental and parking
Searches for kuta scooter rental and kuta car rental are common, and the rules matter more than the price. An official travel advisory asks riders to hold the right licence for the vehicle class and to check that their insurance really covers a scooter. We did not find a current local rental tariff or deposit, so none is quoted here.
At the airport, the operator lists 12,000 IDR for the first hour of car parking and 6,000 IDR for each further hour, with a premium zone at 150,000 IDR per entry on top. Motorcycles pay 5,000 IDR for up to 12 hours. Treat these as a guide and check current rates at the airport. On the beach, the national tourism portal warns that parking space is scarce.
Bus connections
A shuttle bus between Kuta and Ubud exists and needs a reservation. For the first leg, book a car or app ride. For a surf morning right after landing, see Kuta Beach surfing.
Bali tourist levy and e-VOA
The levy and the visa are two different payments.
Bali tourist levy
150,000 IDR per foreign visitor, set by the province to protect culture and nature. The governor recommends paying before arrival through Love Bali on the web or in the app. Do not assume children are exempt.
e-VOA (B1)
The basic fee is 500,000 IDR for 30 days from arrival, extendable once to 60 days in total. Apply on the immigration e-visa site and pay by card. A passport valid for at least 6 months and a return or onward ticket are required. Germany and Austria appear on the Ngurah Rai list, which dates from 2024, and an October 2026 advisory expects the e-VOA in advance while local offices still describe visa on arrival, so check before you fly.
All Indonesia
The arrival declaration is free and can be filled in online from 3 days before arrival, on the web or in the app. It replaces the older separate forms for flights. It does not replace a visa or the levy.
Nyepi: airport closed
On Nyepi, the Balinese New Year, regular flights do not operate. In 2026, Nyepi fell on 19 March, and the airport stopped regular domestic and international flights from 06:00 on 19 March until 06:00 on 20 March, local time. Emergency and specially authorised flights remain possible. Nyepi 2027 is the public holiday of Monday, 8 March 2027. Check the exact closing hours for 2027 closer to the date, and plan with the general rule that the airport is closed. Guests stay in their lodging, noise is kept down and lighting is limited.
If you arrive in the days before, the Kuta Beach guide has the beach basics.
Kuta airport: frequently asked questions
How far is the airport from Kuta?
A transfer provider names about 3 to 5 km and 20 to 30 minutes. The tourism ministry says around 10 minutes in good traffic.
Is Ngurah Rai Airport the same as Denpasar Airport?
Yes, DPS is the same airport. It lies in Tuban, Kuta, not in Denpasar city.
Can I use Grab or Gojek at the airport?
Yes, at the marked pickup areas. GrabBike does not pick up at the airport.
How much is a taxi from the airport to Kuta?
Fares vary, so agree the fare before the ride or use a booked transfer.
Do I pay the tourist levy and a visa fee?
They are separate. The levy is 150,000 IDR per foreign visitor, and the e-VOA is 500,000 IDR. All Indonesia is free.
Does the airport close for Nyepi?
Yes, regular flights stop. In 2026 the closure ran from 06:00 on 19 March to 06:00 on 20 March, and Nyepi 2027 falls on 8 March.