Flying from Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (UPG) to Jakarta: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 2 hours 27 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport to Jakarta.
Jakarta is 1 hour behind Makassar, where Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport is located. Jakarta operates on the UTC+7 timezone.
Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (UPG) to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) is the most popular route, with 150 departures a week to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from UPG to CGK is with BatikAir Indonesia at 21:50. Choose the first departure operated by BatikAir Indonesia at 05:15 if you want to get on your way earlier.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from UPG to Jakarta. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
You can catch a nonstop flight from Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport to Jakarta that touches down at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK).
These are some of the top airlines offering direct flights from Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport to Jakarta:
When flying within Indonesia, you don't need a visa or even a passport. However, you'll have to show another kind of identification, like a driver's licence or ID card. Once you've booked cheap tickets from Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport to Jakarta, make sure your ID is up to date.
UPG is about 19 kilometres from central Makassar. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 27 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 2 hours and 59 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near UPG? If you're catching an early flight from Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport to Jakarta, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (UPG) to Jakarta
$70 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport to Jakarta. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $147. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Book 7 months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from UPG to Jakarta.
Plan your trip for March. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport to Jakarta. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) is around 32 kilometres from central Jakarta. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 36 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour and 29 minutes if you're using public transport.
Book a hotel close to CGK if you're taking a late flight from Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport to Jakarta. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP)
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Jakarta. Once you've hopped off your flight from Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport to Jakarta, it'll take you around 27 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour and 28 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near HLP. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from UPG to Jakarta:
Best time to go to Jakarta
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport to Jakarta. July is the busiest month for a trip to Jakarta. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport to Jakarta, think about the type of weather you enjoy. October is the warmest month in Jakarta, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 32ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from UPG to Jakarta in July when temperatures average between 24ºC and 31ºC.
More about Jakarta
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Jakarta right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport to Jakarta:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. National Monument of Indonesia, Danau Taman Mini Indonesia Indah and Istiqlal Mosque are must-visits when exploring Jakarta.
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