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Direct flight about 5 h 43

Ubud from Brisbane

Published 4 October 2026 · HolidayWow editors

From Brisbane, a nonstop flight gets you in Ubud in about 5 h 43. You land at Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS), 29 km from the destination, after 4,488 km of flight.

In Ubud, the best time for a trip is July to October, with daytime highs up to 30 °C.

7 days in Ubud in September, Beach and hiking, from Brisbane on your own

Plan the trip
iPhoto: Chainwit. · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Flight time from Brisbane
about 5 h 43
Flight distance BNE to DPS
4,488 km
Nonstop from BNE
Direct flight
Best time to go
July to October

Flight times estimated from the distance, nonstop routes according to OpenTravelData.

Choose the route that fits your Bali arrival

Ubud sits inland in Bali, so your flight choice should focus on a sensible arrival airport and a comfortable connection onward. Rather than treating every itinerary as interchangeable, place the arrival, first stay and key days together on one map. This gives you a clearer picture of how the journey fits together before you commit to bookings.

Check the arrival airport, onward connection and first transfer together. A route that reaches the right part of Bali with a manageable change can make the beginning of the holiday feel much easier.

HolidayWow shows current partner prices inside the plan, so you can compare available flights with the rest of the holiday in Australian dollars. The plan also keeps the route beside the daily cards, giving you a useful reference while you organise transport to Ubud.

Pick the season for the Bali experience you want

The best season depends on the balance between warmth, rain and the kind of days you want to spend outdoors. Ubud's climate is warm throughout the year, with daytime temperatures around 27 °C to 30 °C and nighttime temperatures around 22 °C to 24 °C. Rain patterns change more noticeably than temperature across the year.

Rain
RainiPhoto: Ermell · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

August and September offer a strong combination of dry conditions and plentiful sunshine, with August recording the driest month in the climate data. October is the warmest month, while November and December bring a return to wetter conditions. January and February are among the wettest months, so indoor stops and flexible routes can add value.

Use the climate information to set the rhythm of the holiday. A relaxed trip can leave room for a warm month with changing rain patterns, while a walking and sightseeing holiday can benefit from the clearer conditions of the middle year.

Turn the flight into a complete Bali itinerary

A flight booking is one part of the holiday, not the whole plan. Put your arrival day, Ubud stay, later Bali bases and departure day in the same itinerary. HolidayWow reads a sentence such as a week in Ubud with time for food, nature and nearby sights, then turns it into a map based route.

Start with a relaxed first day after arrival and let the planner build the rest around your pace. Ubud is a good base for exploring rice terraces, temples, villages, cafés and green landscapes, but adding a coastal base can create a varied Bali route. Each stop can become a pin and each travel leg can sit beside the relevant day.

Dates are optional at the planning stage. Add them when your flights are ready and the day cards gain weekday details, live weather and current partner prices. This lets you make an early structural plan, then refine the practical details closer to departure.

From Brisbane to Ubud

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Perth
PerthiPhoto: Calistemon · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Brisbane
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Airports at the destination

Your nonstop flight from Brisbane lands at Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS), 29 km from the destination.

  • DPSDenpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport29 km to the destination, about 5 h 43 from BNE, 4,488 km of flightDirect

Best time to travel in Ubud

In Ubud, the best time for a trip is July to October, with daytime highs up to 30 °C.

Climate by month
MonthJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSeptOctNovDec
Day °C282828282827272728303029
Night °C242424242423222222232424
Sun h/day667888899986
Rain days282626211512856102027
Climate: NASA POWER 2006 to 2025, sea: NOAA OISST 1991 to 2020. Day and night are average highs and lows, sun in hours per day.

The best months for Ubud

Daytime highs range from 27 °C in June to 30 °C in October. Rain is rarest in August (5 days) and most frequent in January (28 days). The sunniest month is August with 9 hours a day.

For walking and sightseeing in pleasant warmth, aim for January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December.

  • January: 28 °C, 28 rain days, 6 h of sun
  • February: 28 °C, 26 rain days, 6 h of sun
  • March: 28 °C, 26 rain days, 7 h of sun
  • April: 28 °C, 21 rain days, 8 h of sun
  • May: 28 °C, 15 rain days, 8 h of sun
  • June: 27 °C, 12 rain days, 8 h of sun
  • July: 27 °C, 8 rain days, 8 h of sun
  • August: 27 °C, 5 rain days, 9 h of sun
  • September: 28 °C, 6 rain days, 9 h of sun
  • October: 30 °C, 10 rain days, 9 h of sun
  • November: 30 °C, 20 rain days, 8 h of sun
  • December: 29 °C, 27 rain days, 6 h of sun

Demand for Ubud through the year

Search interest for Ubud peaks in May and is lowest in December, based on monthly search volumes.

How to shape a January day in Ubud

Mornings suit an unhurried walk through the old streets or along the water. The warmest hours, at 28 °C, are perfect for being outside. Evenings drop to 24 °C, so plan dinner outside and keep a layer handy.

Packing for Ubud in October

With 30 °C by day and 23 °C at night and 10 rain days in October, pack for heat. Your plan builds this list for you and updates it when you change the dates.

  • Light, breathable clothes for the day
  • Sun hat and sunscreen
  • A refillable water bottle
  • A warm layer for the evenings
  • A packable rain jacket or umbrella
  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • A travel adapter for your chargers

Weather in Ubud month by month

Nonstop flights in Ubud from other airports

Besides Brisbane, nonstop flights in Ubud leave from 4 other airports; the closest to Brisbane is Sydney, with a flight time of about 5 h 52.

Flight times estimated from the distance, nonstop routes according to OpenTravelData.

Prices for Ubud

Every price for Ubud on this page comes live from a partner, in your currency. Open a card to see today's rate for your dates.

Edit the plan as your flight and holiday change

Flight schedules, opening plans and the pace of a holiday can change quickly. HolidayWow keeps the itinerary editable, so you can drag a stop to another day, swap a place or make a day lighter. The plan checker then reorders the day after each change, keeping the route coherent as the holiday develops.

Choose a relaxed, balanced or packed pace for the whole trip or set a different pace for individual days. This is especially helpful when travelling from Brisbane, since arrival and departure days can have different energy from the days in between. You can keep the first day simple and make central sightseeing days more active.

The assistant understands the selected day, stop or moment in the trip film and can make changes through the same planning actions as the buttons. This is useful when you want to move a nature walk, add a food experience or rearrange a route without rebuilding the entire holiday.

Organise flights, stays and shared bookings

HolidayWow brings flights, stays, tours and transport into one editable plan. Partner links show live prices in Australian dollars or offer a live price check, giving you a clear place to compare the holiday as a whole. Keep the flight connection, airport transfer and first Ubud stay linked in the plan so each detail has its place.

A shared plan helps travelling groups stay aligned. Send one link to family or friends, choose viewing or editing roles, and let group members comment or vote on possible stops. The document vault keeps passports, tickets and confirmations connected with the trip they belong to, which is especially useful when several people are organising different bookings.

For a Long Weekend planner approach, combine public holidays with available leave to build a longer Bali experience. The planner also includes a packing list and checklist based on the destination, month and climate, so practical preparation travels with the itinerary.

Ubud from Brisbane: frequently asked questions

How far is Ubud from Brisbane?

The route usually involves an international connection followed by travel onward to Bali and a transfer into Ubud. HolidayWow places the arrival, transfer and first stay on the map so you can review the full journey rather than focusing on the flight alone.

When should I plan a trip from Brisbane to Ubud?

August and September are attractive choices when you want drier conditions and strong sunshine for sightseeing. October is the warmest month, while the wet season from around November into early 2027 brings more rain days. Choose the period that matches your preferred pace and the activities you want to place around Ubud.

Can HolidayWow plan a full Bali trip around my Brisbane flight?

Yes. Describe the trip in one sentence or by voice, including the dates, group, pace and budget when you know them. HolidayWow creates a map first plan with daily routes, stops and travel legs, then lets you edit the itinerary or add dates once the flight arrangements are ready.

Can I change my Ubud itinerary after planning?

Yes. Drag a stop to another day, swap a place or lighten a day's pace. The plan checker reorders the day after each edit, while the side panel assistant can respond to requests about the selected day or stop. Prices, bookings, comments and documents remain connected to the editable plan.

Can I share a Bali itinerary with my travel group?

Yes. Share one plan link and choose roles for viewing or editing. Group members can comment and vote on the trip, while HolidayWow keeps flights, stays, tours, transport, tickets and confirmations together. The app is free to download and to plan with.

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