Travelling from Makassar Airport (UPG) to Sorong Airport (SOQ): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Makassar Airport to Sorong Airport.
You can choose from 23 weekly Makassar Airport to Sorong Airport flights. The 02:40 departure with Super Air Jet is the earliest you can take. Lion Air operates the last service of the day at 13:05.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your UPG to SOQ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
With direct flights from Makassar Airport to Sorong Airport available from numerous airlines, getting to Sorong (and then other corners of Indonesia) is a snap. You can fly nonstop with:
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is LionAir Indonesia.
How to find the cheapest flights from Makassar Airport (UPG) to Sorong Airport (SOQ)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Makassar Airport to Sorong Airport flight is Rs26,781. A round-trip plane ticket is currently Rs54,992. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from UPG to SOQ if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
The cheapest month for flights from Makassar Airport to Sorong Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Makassar Airport (UPG)
When it comes to Makassar Airport's on-time performance, data shows 50% of flights complete their journey on time.
Makassar Airport is about 21 kilometres from central Makassar. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Makassar Airport to Sorong Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to UPG:
Arriving at Sorong Airport (SOQ)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Makassar Airport to Sorong Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SOQ instead:
Getting from Sorong Airport (SOQ) to central Sorong
From Sorong Airport, Sorong is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
When to fly to Sorong Airport (SOQ)
The quietest month for a flight from Makassar Airport to Sorong Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Sorong based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from Makassar Airport to Sorong Airport, think about the type of weather you like. October is the warmest month in Sorong, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 30ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 23ºC and 29ºC. Search for cheap tickets from UPG to SOQ around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Indonesia
Sorong has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Indonesia you should also see. About 467 kilometres south-west of Sorong, a visit to Ambon will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Amahusu Beach, Pantai Wisata Tapal Kuda and Taman Budaya Maluku.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Indonesia, consider Ternate, roughly 483 kilometres west of Sorong. Sulamadaha beach, Masjid Raya Al Munawwar Ternate and Lake Tolire Kecil are the start of reasons to visit.