1 · The short answer

MotoGP's ticketing site lists the Pertamina Grand Prix of Indonesia for 29 to 31 October 2027 at the Pertamina Mandalika Circuit on the south coast of Lombok. When I read the page, tickets were not yet on sale, and MotoGP's calendar page showed only the 2026 season, so I would check the dates again before booking flights.

I would buy Ringo Light's Indonesia plan. It covers Lombok, Bali and the rest of the country with unlimited data at full speed, which keeps tickets, maps, ride apps and QRIS payments working when a quiet corner of Lombok suddenly fills with fans.

Dates: 29 to 31 October 2027, the Pertamina Grand Prix of Indonesia at the Pertamina Mandalika Circuit, as listed on MotoGP's ticketing site, which also said tickets were not yet available. Organiser's page

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2 · Getting to Mandalika

Most fans fly into Lombok International Airport, which the airport's own website places in Pujut, Central Lombok, run by PT Angkasa Pura I. It is in the same part of the island as the circuit and the Kuta Lombok beaches, so the drive is short by Indonesian standards, but road traffic on race days is a different matter. I would leave plenty of margin and not book a tight flight on Sunday evening.

Many fans arrive from Bali instead, either on a short flight or by crossing by sea from Bali to Lombok and then driving south. Fast boats also run from Bali to the Gili islands, which makes a Gili stay before or after the race popular, though the Gilis are on the north-west coast and a long transfer from the circuit. I would check the operator's timetable for the day of travel, because sea conditions and weather change sailings.

Lombok has no metro, so I would rely on hotel and event shuttles, pre-booked drivers, taxis and ride-hailing where available. The DAMRI bus company lists airport transport among its services, but its homepage names no Lombok routes, so I would confirm any bus or shuttle with the hotel or ticket seller. I would ask where the shuttles stop and when the last one leaves, and save that to my phone before the final session.

3 · Where to stay

Kuta Lombok is the natural base, and it is where I would stay: surf cafes, guesthouses, a string of beaches and the circuit within reach. Rooms close to the race fill well ahead, so I would book early and pick somewhere with a pickup I can arrange by message.

Fans who prefer more choice sometimes stay further along the coast or near the airport and accept a longer ride on race mornings. Whichever you choose, I would screenshot the booking and the address in Indonesian, since a driver may not find a small guesthouse from the English name.

4 · Heat and rain

Late October is the end of the dry season on Lombok and the weather can turn, with hot sun, humidity and the chance of a heavy shower. I would bring sun protection, water and a light rain layer, and expect the pit lane and grandstands to be exposed.

I would keep the phone in a pouch or zipped pocket, because sweat, dust and sudden rain are harder on it than the crowd. A power bank matters, since the ticket, map and ride app get used all day.

5 · Signal around the circuit

From what I read, Lombok's coverage is good along the main road and in Kuta, but a race crowd in a rural area puts a lot of phones on a few towers. Uploads and video calls slow first, and ride-hailing requests can stall right after the chequered flag.

I would download the ticket, the circuit map and the hotel address before leaving. I would arrange the ride back at a fixed meeting point rather than rely on a live app request in the crowd.

6 · Paying in Indonesia

  • ✓Cash. Rupiah notes are still the safest option at small warungs, drivers and market stalls, and cards are not accepted everywhere. I would carry cash.
  • ✓QRIS. Indonesia's national QR standard is widely used even at small shops, but it usually needs an Indonesian bank wallet, so I would check whether my own app can scan it before relying on it.
  • ✓Cards. Hotels, larger restaurants and some shops take international cards; carry cash for the rest.
  • ✓Tickets. I would buy only from MotoGP's official ticketing site or an authorised seller, and keep the confirmation offline.

7 · What to do around the race

Kuta Lombok's beaches, including Tanjung Aan and Selong Belanak, are the easy day out I would pick, and the waterfalls inland are a cooler alternative to the coast. Mount Rinjani, Indonesia's second-highest volcano, dominates the island, and I would plan treks well ahead with a licensed operator.

The Gili islands are a short boat ride from the north-west coast, and Bali is a quick flight or a crossing away for Ubud's rice terraces, temples and its own beaches.

8 · Around Mandalika

Beaches, volcano, islands and Bali.

Tanjung Aan, South coast, near Kuta Lombok
South coast, near Kuta LombokTanjung AanA pale curve of beach a short ride from the circuit, with quiet water and little shade.✓Go early before the heat, and take water.
Selong Belanak, South coast
South coastSelong BelanakA wide bay popular with beginner surfers and with fans escaping the crowds.✓Carry cash for the beach cafes and board hire.
Mount Rinjani, North of the island
North of the islandMount RinjaniThe volcano that dominates Lombok, with a crater lake below the summit.✓Book a guide well in advance and check mountain closures.
Gili Trawangan, North-west of Lombok
North-west of LombokGili TrawanganA car-free island of sandy lanes, bikes and horse carts, reached by boat.✓Save your boat ticket offline, and leave a wide margin if you have a flight.
Tegallalang rice terraces, Ubud, Bali
Ubud, BaliTegallalang rice terracesThe stepped paddies near Ubud, an easy Bali add-on before or after the race.✓Use a ride app or pre-booked driver, and carry small cash for entry and parking.

9 · Frequently asked questions

When is the Indonesian MotoGP 2027?+
MotoGP's ticketing site lists the Pertamina Grand Prix of Indonesia for 29 to 31 October 2027 at the Pertamina Mandalika Circuit on Lombok. Dates can change, so I would check the page again before booking.
How do I get to the Mandalika Circuit?+
Fly into Lombok International Airport, or come from Bali by air or sea, then use a hotel or event shuttle, a pre-booked driver or a taxi. I would confirm the shuttle stops and last times with the hotel or ticket seller.
Will my phone work at the circuit?+
Coverage on Lombok is good, but a race crowd slows data. I would save tickets, maps and the hotel address offline, and arrange the ride back at a fixed meeting point.
Can I pay by card in Lombok?+
Hotels and larger restaurants often take cards, but small shops, drivers and stalls prefer rupiah cash or QRIS. I would carry cash and check that my wallet can scan QRIS.
Which Ringo Light plan covers the Indonesian MotoGP?+
I would buy the Indonesia plan. It covers Lombok, Bali and the rest of the country with unlimited data at full speed.

10 · Sources

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