MELBOURNE, 22 October 2026: TransNusa, an Indonesian airline based in Bali, marked a major international expansion milestone by launching flights from Bali to Melbourne on 19 October.
Daily scheduled flights offer a highly competitive alternative on the heavily travelled corridor, linking Australian cities with the holiday island of Bali.
The expansion to include Bali-Melbourne flights follows TransNusa’s growth in the Australian market, as it secured a 20% market share in Perth.
TransNusa Group CEO Datuk Bernard Francis noted that the “launch of the Melbourne-Bali route represents a monumental step forward in TransNusa’s international expansion strategy. It strengthens Bali’s position as a premier gateway between Australia and Asia, while giving travellers a compelling new choice that combines connectivity, value, and a distinctly premium travel experience.”
To celebrate this milestone, TransNusa continues to offer exclusive introductory fares, with standard basic seats starting from just AUD299. Unlike traditional low-cost competitors, TransNusa’s standard tickets include baggage allowances and baseline comfort amenities, including complimentary water and snacks.
Flight schedule
Flight 8B18 departs Bali (DPS) at 2045 from I Gusti Ngurah International Airport, arriving at Melbourne Airport (MEL) at 0540 the following morning.
Flight 8B19 departs Melbourne Airport (MEL) at 0625, arriving in Bali (DPS) at 0940.
Initially, TransNusa will operate four flights weekly, scheduled on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. The airline will increase frequency to daily flights effective 15 November.
Travellers can book tickets via the airline’s official website or through authorised travel booking platforms.
(Source: TransNusa)
