✈️ Starlux Joins Taipei-Bali Direct Flights in October! 5 Weekly Flights to Boost Bali Tourism
Starting October 1, 2026, Starlux Airlines officially launches direct Taipei-Bali flights, operating 5 times a week with the A321neo. For Taiwanese travelers, this adds another airline to the Taipei-Bali route, offering more flight options and flexible schedules. Starlux has already opened bookings for these flights.
✈️ Fuel Prices Rise! Bali Flight Fuel Surcharge Cap Increased in September
Travelers planning to buy tickets should take note.
Due to a roughly 6.5% increase in aviation fuel (Avtur) prices to IDR 23,315 per liter starting September 1, Indonesia’s Ministry of Transportation has raised the maximum fuel surcharge cap for domestic economy class flights.
The maximum fuel surcharge has increased from 30% in August to 40%.
detikBali also compiled sample September flight prices from Bali: tickets to Singapore start from around IDR 2.35 million, while flights to Bangkok begin at approximately IDR 6.9 million. Actual prices vary by airline, date, and seat availability.
This doesn’t mean all Bali flights will directly increase by 10%.
A more accurate way to understand it is:
Airlines are now permitted to charge a higher fuel surcharge cap.
So if you’ve already confirmed plans to go to Bali later this year or in the coming months, it’s worth comparing flight prices early.
🏗️ New Development in the Kelingking Glass Elevator Case! Bali Government to File an Appeal
There’s a new twist in the controversy over the glass elevator at Kelingking Beach on Nusa Penida.
Bali’s Denpasar Administrative Court (PTUN Denpasar) recently ruled in favor of the lawsuit filed by investor PT Indonesia Kaishi Tourism Property Investment Development Group.
However, the Bali provincial government officially stated today:
We will appeal this ruling.
This means the Kelingking Beach glass elevator is still not confirmed to resume construction.
At the heart of the controversy is whether this large-scale tourist facility involves issues of land use, spatial planning, building permits, and environmental and safety concerns.
For travelers, the most important thing right now is:
Kelingking Beach remains a normal tourist attraction, but don’t assume the glass elevator is already a usable new transport option.
Whether it will be demolished, halted, or revised and pushed forward depends on the outcome of the legal process.
🐕 Tumpek Uye Tomorrow! Bali’s Free Rabies Vaccine Event Happens Simultaneously
Tomorrow is September 5th, also known as the traditional Balinese festival Tumpek Uye.
This year, the Bali provincial government not only encourages people to celebrate Tumpek Uye by honoring and caring for animals through rituals, but also organizes a free rabies vaccination event.
Tumpek Uye in Balinese culture is about harmony with animals and nature, so related animal protection activities are held every year.
For tourists, this is not a festival that requires special ‘participation,’ but if you happen to be traveling in Bali tomorrow, you can look out for related ceremonies and activities at local temples or communities.
Especially since Bali is a place where dogs, cats, and other animals are very common, avoid touching unfamiliar animals—this remains a key safety principle worth noting during your travels.
🌾 Drought Has Damaged 328.78 Hectares of Rice Paddies! Bali’s Dry Season Woes Continue
Although some areas have recently seen localized rainfall, Bali’s dry season problems are not yet fully resolved.
According to the latest data from the Bali Agriculture and Food Security Agency, as of August 31, approximately 328.78 hectares of rice paddies across the island have been damaged by drought.
This figure doesn’t mean ‘Bali has no water right now,’ but reflects the actual impact of this year’s dry season on agriculture.
Currently, parts of Bali are still experiencing dry season weather, while recent weather forecasts also indicate possible localized rainfall in some areas.
For most tourists, the impact may not be immediately noticeable during a short stay.
But if you’re staying long-term in Bali, or renting a villa and using a lot of water, it’s worth keeping an eye on the water situation over the next few months.
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