The Bandas are really off the beaten track. Most roads lead through Ambon, from where you can attempt to catch the exclusive perhaps-twice-weekly flight with NBA (previously operated by Merpati)(Wednesday and Friday, around Rp 320 000 one way). Flights oftenly get canceled due to bad weather and engine problems, so keep reconfirming! Please note that you cannot book a round trip from Ambon. You will need to book the return flight in Bandaneira!
Occasionally Merpati serves Bandaneira from Amahai on Pulau Seram. Check upon arrival in Ambon!
An alternative is the rather more regular but still unpredictable twice-monthly Pelni ferry (KM Ciremai) to Bandaneira, usually it leaves Ambon on Saturday afternoon (7 hrs). Every other week a 150 passenger boat (KM Gravilla) is leaving for Banda (Rp 155.000, around 15hrs). Check at the small harbour in Ambon!
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