Are most flights from Dili long-haul or short-haul?

Historically, the majority of flights from Dili are categorized as long-haul. Across the trailing quarter, approximately 58% of flights were long-haul. Medium-haul flights accounted for 38% of the routes. Short-haul flights represented a smaller portion, typically making up about 4% of the total flights from Dili.

Which countries have the cheapest places to fly from Dili?

Historically, Indonesia offers some of the most affordable places to fly from Dili. For instance, Praya, Lombok, Indonesia, typically has a median price of $316. Malaysia also presents good value, with flights to Kuching averaging around $365. You might also find flights to Perth, Australia, for about $370, or Bangkok, Thailand, for approximately $383, based on data from the trailing 90 days.

When are flights from Dili at their lowest price?

Historically, October has been the cheapest month to fly from Dili, with an average price of $693. This represents a significant saving of 45% compared to the annual median average price of $1261. April is typically the second cheapest month, with an average price of $833. Travelers can historically find more economical fares during these periods.

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DIL
Darwin
Australia • 2026-10-07
73% AI deal score
$220
$170
One-way
DIL
Denpasar
Indonesia • 2026-09-08
73% AI deal score
$336
$204
One-way
DIL
Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia • 2026-09-21
71% AI deal score
$267
$238
One-way
DIL
Singapore
Singapore • 2026-09-13
83% AI deal score
$402
$265
One-way
DIL
Surabaya
Indonesia • 2026-12-24
77% AI deal score
$481
$282
One-way
DIL
Praya, Lombok
Indonesia • 2026-11-13
75% AI deal score
$468
$290
One-way
DIL
Yogyakarta
Indonesia • 2026-09-21
77% AI deal score
$461
$290
One-way
DIL
Langkawi
Malaysia • 2026-09-21
88% AI deal score
$508
$292
One-way
DIL
Jakarta
Indonesia • 2026-10-28
79% AI deal score
$431
$296
One-way
DIL
Labuan Bajo
Indonesia • 2026-09-21
75% AI deal score
$514
$296
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Flights from Dili: Overview

Insights for flights from Dili

Right now, the cheapest flights from Dili start at $431 to Darwin, Australia. You can also find cheap flights from Dili to Denpasar, Indonesia for $446, and to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia for $482. These prices reflect current roundtrip fares available.

Travelers departing from Dili have access to a wide range of destinations, with recent fares showing routes to 60 unique cities across 23 countries over the last 90 days. The most prominent countries for these routes are Indonesia, accounting for 49% of recent fares, followed by Malaysia with 23%, and Australia at 10%. This indicates a strong regional focus for flights from Dili.

When considering direct flights from Dili, it's important to note that only 9.3% of recent fares are non-stop. This suggests that the majority of routes from Dili involve at least one layover, making connecting flights a common aspect of travel from this origin.

Over the last 90 days, the most frequently discounted destination from Dili is Denpasar, Indonesia. Following closely in popularity are routes to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and Darwin, Australia. These three destinations consistently appear in recent fare offerings, indicating they are key routes for travelers departing from Dili.

The flight distances from Dili show a varied distribution. Approximately 58% of routes are classified as long-haul, indicating a significant portion of international, long-distance travel. Medium-haul flights make up 38% of the routes, while short-haul trips account for a smaller share at 4%.

Most popular airlines from Dili

Garuda Indonesia

Batik Air

Jetstar

Citilink Indonesia

Rio Sul Serviços Aéreos Regionais

Singapore Airlines

Scoot

Valuair

Last-minute flights going from Dili soon

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

DIL - Lisbon

Dili (DIL) - Lisbon (LIS)

Malindo Airways

$1,880

$1,429

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

DIL - Xiamen

Dili (DIL) - Xiamen (XMN)

Malindo Airways

$1,161

$829

One-way

Sun, Sep 6

⌛ Last-Minute

DIL - Hanoi

Dili (DIL) - Hanoi (HAN)

$1,144

$848

One-way

Sat, Sep 5

⌛ Last-Minute

DIL - Porto

Dili (DIL) - Porto (OPO)

Citilink Indonesia

$2,348

$1,763

One-way

Sun, Sep 6

⌛ Last-Minute

DIL - Vientiane

Dili (DIL) - Vientiane (VTE)

$1,301

$941

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

DIL - Shanghai

Dili (DIL) - Shanghai (PVG)

Malindo Airways

$1,142

$943

One-way

Most popular destinations to fly from Dili

Chengdu

TOP

China • Sep 2026

from

$747

Paris

TOP

France • Oct 2026

from

$1,351

Porto

TOP

Portugal • Dec 2026

from

$1,459

New York

TOP

United States • Dec 2026

from

$1,652

Bangkok

TOP

Thailand • Sep 2026

from

$653

Hanoi

TOP

Vietnam • Jun 2027

from

$749

Biggest price drops on international destinations from Dili

-40%

DIL - Paris

$2,005 → $1,197

-37%

DIL - London

$2,050 → $1,284

-39%

DIL - Istanbul

$1,836 → $1,118

-31%

DIL - Vienna

$1,905 → $1,311

Popular Airports from Dili

Dili airport insights

🗓️ Best days to catch a deal

Sun - Sat - Tue

The best days to find deals from Dili are Sunday, Saturday, and Tuesday, with fares as low as $204.

💸 Cheapest deals found

From ~$176 direct / ~$431 roundtrip

The best deals from Dili are on routes to Australia, Indonesia, and Malaysia.

✈️ Airlines to watch

QantasLink, Malindo Airways, Citilink Indonesia, AirAsia

These carriers offer a mix of full-service and low-cost options from Dili.

⏱️ Best time to book

8+ months in advance

Booking 8+ months in advance offers the best prices, with fares rising closer to departure.

📅 Cheapest travel period

Jan

Flights from Dili tend to be cheaper in January.

🎯 Booking tip

Watch fares to Darwin

Flights from Dili to Darwin are cheapest, with prices starting from $176.

Dili main airports to depart from

Presidente Nicolau Lobato International (DIL)

Cheapest

Dili's primary airport, suitable for travelers seeking direct access to the capital and surrounding region.

📍 ~4 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$394

Airports nearby Dili used as alternative

El Tari International (KOE)

El Tari International offers a significantly larger flight network than Dili, with frequent connections to major Indonesian cities.

📍 ~274 km from Dili (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$80

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Kuala Lumpur

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Denpasar

Indonesia • Sep 2026

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$966

Booking Flights from Dili: Frequently Asked Questions

Historically, several destinations are available from Dili for under $400. For example, flights to Praya, Lombok, Indonesia, typically have a median price of $316. Other options include Surabaya, Indonesia, with a median price of $323, and Makassar, Indonesia, at $354. You might also find flights to Perth, Australia, for around $370, or Jakarta, Indonesia, for about $378, based on data from the trailing 90 days.

In the trailing 90 days, you could typically fly to 60 unique cities from Dili. These destinations span 23 different countries. Indonesia accounts for the largest share of these destinations, making up 49% of the available routes. Malaysia follows with 23% of the destinations, and Australia represents 10% of the available flight options.

Based on data from the trailing 90 days, the most frequently served flight destinations from Dili include Denpasar in Indonesia. Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia is another popular option for travelers. Additionally, Darwin in Australia consistently ranks among the top destinations for flights departing from Dili.

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