Sanur to Gili Air by fast boat
We list 3 fast boat departures from Sanur to Gili Air with Wijaya Buyuk and Semaya One, leaving between 08:00 and 12:30. The crossing takes 3h–4h 30m, depending on the boat.
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Our pick
- FASTEST
- Wijaya Buyuk, 3h
- CHEAPEST
- Wijaya Buyuk, from A$42
- EARLIEST / LATEST DEPARTURE
- 08:00 (Wijaya Buyuk) / 12:30 (Semaya One and Wijaya Buyuk)
Daily departures
- Wijaya Buyuk
- Semaya One
Daily departures confirmed against each operator's own timetable and the booking page. Prices are the lowest fare for 1 adult when checked 21 Oct 2026 for sailings 22 to 28 Oct. Fares and times change, and this list may not include every boat on the route, so confirm on the booking page when you book. Check in at the time on your ticket.
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This table lists the daily boats we could confirm. Others may run this route too, so use the booking page to see every option for your date.
We're a comparison site, not the operator — schedules, boat condition and on-the-day organization are the operator's responsibility, not ours.
Sea conditions right now
Rough seas are the main reason fast boats are delayed or cancelled. These estimates come from wave-height forecasts at each port. They're a guide, not a promise: the operator and the port authority decide on the day.
Based on published wave-height thresholds for fast boats and ferries in Indonesia. Not a guarantee. Always check with your operator before you travel.
Sanur to the quiet Gili
Gili Air is the calmer choice of the three Gilis, and Sanur is the easy port from South and Central Bali, so this pairing suits travellers who want a short transfer and a relaxed island.
Crossing times vary widely from Sanur. Some boats stop at other islands such as Nusa Penida, Gili Trawangan or Gili Meno on the way, which adds time, so check the Arrives column and pick the boat that suits your day.
Getting to the harbour
Sanur harbour is about 25 minutes from Kuta and 40 to 50 minutes from Canggu. Allow extra time in busy traffic.
The times on this page are guides taken from the booking site. Check-in is usually an hour before departure, but go by the time on your ticket.
Open the Trip Planner →Common questions
How long is the fast boat from Sanur to Gili Air?
Crossing times are Gili Air (3h–4h 30m). Boats that call at other islands on the way take longer, so compare the Arrives column before you book.
What time is the first boat from Sanur to Gili Air?
The earliest departure is 08:00 and the latest is 12:30. Timetables change with the season, so confirm with the operator or on the booking page.
Which operators run Sanur to Gili Air?
We list Wijaya Buyuk and Semaya One. Boats, comfort and prices differ, so compare departure times and reviews as well as the fare.
How long does Sanur to Gili Air take?
It depends on the boat. Direct crossings are shorter, but some boats call at other islands first. The timetable above shows each boat's crossing time and stops.
Can the boat from Sanur to Gili Air be cancelled?
Yes. Rough seas are the main reason fast boats are delayed or cancelled, and it happens more often in the wetter months (roughly November to March). The sea-conditions estimate on this page is a guide, not a guarantee: the operator and the port authority make the actual call on the day. Leave a buffer before any onward flight rather than booking one for the same day.
Do I need to book in advance?
In peak season, popular morning departures can sell out a day or two ahead. Off-peak you can often book closer to the day. Booking ahead is the safer choice if you have a flight or a connection to make.
Related routes
How we compile this: We check seven days of departures on the booking page against each operator's own timetable. Only sailings that match on every one of those days are listed here.