Travelling from Melbourne to Makassar Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (UPG): What you need to know
The timezone in Makassar is UTC+8, which is three hours behind Melbourne. Makassar Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport is located in Makassar.
Your flight from Melbourne to UPG won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Popular months like December or other peak periods mean longer queues and potential delays. Stay on schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Melbourne to UPG. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these popular airports:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Denpasar Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
MEL is about 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Makassar Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, 68% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can reach AVV from central Melbourne in approximately 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Kick back before your Melbourne to UPG flight at a hotel near Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can wake up and get to the airport with time to spare.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 80% of them touching down as expected.
About Makassar Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (UPG)
Have a late flight from Melbourne to Makassar Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near UPG and turn in quicker:
Getting from Makassar Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (UPG) to central Makassar
Central Makassar is around 21 kilometres from Makassar Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport and takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Makassar Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (UPG)
R 3,671 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Makassar Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport. A return flight starts from R 6,589. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Melbourne to UPG if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your Melbourne to Makassar Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport ticket.
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Find an affordable flight from Melbourne to Makassar Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Makassar Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (UPG)
January is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne to Makassar Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (UPG). Visit Makassar in May if you prefer a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Makassar is October, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your Melbourne to UPG plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to Makassar Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport in August when temperatures are between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
More about Makassar
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Makassar right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Melbourne to Makassar Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport:
You'll find loads of awesome things to do in Makassar when you're ready to see the sights. Head straight for Tanjung Berua followed by Pantai Bosowa Tanjung and Tongkonan het Traditionele Houten paalhuis van Toraja.
Explore more of Indonesia
You've done Makassar, now it's time to discover other parts of Indonesia. Journey about 121 kilometres north to Parepare to check off its top attractions. From Paputo Beach to PARE PARE BEACH and Toraja Mamasa Church, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 241 kilometres north of Makassar, Palopo is another favourite stop in Indonesia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at PURA MANDIRA TAMAN SARI, Taman Masjid Agung Palopo and Masjid Islamic Centre.
