PER to DPS Turbulence Forecast

Q: Is the Perth to Bali flight turbulent?

The PER–DPS route typically experiences light turbulence. A very smooth flight with minimal turbulence expected.

Q: Which seat is smoothest on PER to DPS?

Wing seats are smoothest. On a Boeing 737-800, that's rows 13-22. Avoid the rear of the aircraft.

Q: How long is the flight from PER to DPS?

The PER to DPS flight takes approximately 3h 05m.

Is the Perth to Bali flight turbulent? Live forecast & historical patterns.

Live forecast

PER

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Perth · Bali · 3h 05m

Turb Score

3h 05m

Duration

1,380 nm

Distance

36,000 ft

Cruise Alt.

Light

Typical

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Typical turbulence along the route

Historical average pattern for PER–DPS

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About the PER–DPS route

The Perth to Bali route spans the Pacific Ocean — one of the longest commercial flight paths in the world at 1,588 miles. The Pacific jet stream creates moderate turbulence, typically around 3–7 hours into the flight. The sheer length of the route means passengers experience varying conditions: calm stretches punctuated by bumpy patches.

The route is served by Garuda Indonesia, Virgin Australia, Scoot on Boeing 737 · Airbus A320 aircraft, with flights typically cruising at 36,000 feet over a distance of 1,588 miles (1,380 nautical miles).

💡 Tip: Long flight — turbulence varies throughout. Wing seats significantly reduce motion.

Turbulence levels on PER–DPS

What to expect at each phase of the flight

SmoothDeparture & arrival — climb and descent phases are generally calm

LightMinor bumps — drink stays in your cup, walking feels slightly unsteady

ModerateNoticeable bumps — stay seated with seatbelt on, service may pause

HeavyStrong jolts — unsecured items move, crew seated. Rare but possible

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Best time to fly PER–DPS

Turbulence by month

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Light

Moderate

Rough

Best seat on PER–DPS

Boeing 737-800

Front

Rows 1–12

Light

✓ Wing

Rows 13-22

Smoothest

Rear

Rows 23+

Rougher

Wing seats are over the center of gravity — least affected by turbulence.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Perth to Bali flight turbulent?

The PER–DPS route typically experiences light turbulence. A very smooth flight with minimal turbulence expected. The turbulence score for this route is 5/100.

When is turbulence worst on PER to DPS?

Long flight — turbulence varies throughout. Wing seats significantly reduce motion. Check the turbulence chart above for the typical pattern along this specific route.

Which seat is smoothest on PER to DPS?

Wing seats are always the smoothest. On a Boeing 737-800 (the most common aircraft on this route), that's rows 13-22. Avoid the very rear of the aircraft — it amplifies turbulence motion.

How long is the flight from PER to DPS?

The PER to DPS flight takes approximately 3h 05m, covering 1,588 miles (1,380 nautical miles).

Which airlines fly PER to DPS?

The main airlines operating this route are Garuda Indonesia, Virgin Australia, Scoot, flying Boeing 737 · Airbus A320 aircraft.

Data Sources

PIREP — Pilot reports (PIREPs) submitted via FAA/ICAO systems, aggregated over 12+ months of historical data
SIGMET / AIRMET — Significant Meteorological Information bulletins from NOAA Aviation Weather Center
EDR data — Eddy Dissipation Rate measurements from commercial aircraft (ADS-B derived turbulence intensity)
Seasonal patterns — 5-year rolling averages of turbulence frequency and intensity by month for this route

Scores represent typical conditions. Actual turbulence varies daily. For real-time forecasts, use the Turbulence Forecast app. · About our data