Travelling from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (UPG): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport is 2 hours 25 minutes.
Makassar is one hour ahead of Jakarta and observes the UTC+8 timezone.
Each week, there are 141 Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport flights. To be on board as soon as possible, pick the 01:00 Batik Air flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 22:30 with Batik Air.
Leave enough time to make your CGK to UPG flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
There are direct flights from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport, so getting to Makassar (and then touring more of Indonesia!) is a breeze. Top airlines that fly nonstop include:
Most passengers choose to fly with Garuda Indonesia on this route.
With an impressive 82.64% of services arriving as planned, Garuda Indonesia is the most punctual carrier operating CGK to UPG flights.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between CGK and UPG:
Juanda International Airport
Achmad Yani International Airport
Lombok International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (UPG)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport flight is C$81. A return ticket right now is C$167. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To get cheap tickets from CGK to UPG, book your journey four months ahead of your departure.
Plan your trip for March. That's the cheapest month for flights from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Handy information about Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
When it comes to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 73.0% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Jakarta to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near CGK:
Arriving at Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (UPG)
Consider booking a hotel close to UPG if you're catching a late Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Getting from Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (UPG) to central Makassar
Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from central Makassar. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 3 hours.
When to fly to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (UPG)
The quietest month for a flight from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Makassar based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your flight from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. October is the warmest month in Makassar, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CGK to UPG in August. Average temperatures are between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) then.
Explore more of Indonesia
You've seen Makassar, now it's time to discover other parts of Indonesia. Journey about 483 kilometres north to Palu to check off its popular sights. From Pantai Dupa to Perumahan Mahkota Indah II Residence and Petobo Memorial Forest, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Kendari is another must-experience destination in Indonesia and is around 370 kilometres east of Makassar. No trip is complete without a visit to Nambo Beach, Kendari Beach and Taman Graha Asri.