Flying from Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC) to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (UPG): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Sam Ratulangi International Airport to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport.
Makassar's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Manado.
Flights from MDC to UPG start at 06:00 — the earliest with Lion Air. The last service of the day is at 15:05 with Lion Air. Overall, you can choose from 12 weekly Sam Ratulangi International Airport to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport flights.
Leave plenty of time to catch your MDC to UPG flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Garuda Indonesia is your gateway to exploring Makassar (and perhaps some other great corners of Indonesia!). Browse the direct flights from Sam Ratulangi International Airport to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport offered by this airline.
Most travellers choose to travel with Garuda Indonesia on this route.
Garuda Indonesia tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for MDC to UPG flights, with 87.5% of its services arriving as scheduled.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sam Ratulangi International Airport to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between MDC and UPG:
Sorong Airport
Juanda International Airport
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC) to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (UPG)
Rs20,106 is currently the best price for a one-way Sam Ratulangi International Airport to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs45,380. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Get cheap tickets from MDC to UPG by booking eight months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Sam Ratulangi International Airport to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Sam Ratulangi International Airport to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport.
Handy information about Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC)
Of all flights departing from Sam Ratulangi International Airport, 60.91% touch down on time at their destination.
Sam Ratulangi International Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Manado. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near MDC. Whether you're taking an early flight from Sam Ratulangi International Airport to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (UPG)
If you have a late Sam Ratulangi International Airport to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near UPG:
Getting from Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (UPG) to central Makassar
Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport to the centre of Makassar has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
It takes around 3 hours to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (UPG)
August is the busiest month for flights from Sam Ratulangi International Airport to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Makassar in February.
The warmest month in Makassar is October, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 35ºC. Book your flights from Sam Ratulangi International Airport to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MDC to UPG in August. Average temperatures are between 22ºC and 32ºC then.
Explore more of Indonesia
Makassar has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Indonesia waiting to be discovered. About 483 kilometres north of Makassar, a visit to Palu will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Pantai Dupa, Perumahan Mahkota Indah II Residence and Petobo Memorial Forest.
Around 370 kilometres east of Makassar, Kendari is another favourite stop in Indonesia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Nambo Beach, Kendari Beach and Taman Graha Asri.
