Travelling from Surabaya Airport (SUB) to Makassar Airport (UPG): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Surabaya Airport to Makassar Airport.
The timezone in Makassar is UTC+8, which is one hour ahead of Surabaya.
Pack your bags and choose from 68 weekly Surabaya Airport to Makassar Airport flights.
Give yourself enough time to make your SUB to UPG flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as May. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
A good range of airlines operate direct flights from Surabaya Airport to Makassar Airport. Fly nonstop to Makassar with these popular carriers and experience this exciting part of Indonesia:
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is LionAir Indonesia.
Among carriers operating SUB to UPG flights, Sriwijaya Air has the best track record for timely arrivals.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Surabaya Airport to Makassar Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between SUB and UPG include:
Soekarno-Hatta Airport
Bali (Denpasar) Airport
Balikpapan Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Surabaya Airport (SUB) to Makassar Airport (UPG)
R 1,206 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Surabaya Airport to Makassar Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 2,573. These prices can change based on availability.
Get cheap tickets from SUB to UPG by booking at least ten months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Organise your trip for March. That's the cheapest month for flights from Surabaya Airport to Makassar Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
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Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Surabaya Airport to Makassar Airport.
Handy information about Surabaya Airport (SUB)
Of the flights that depart from Surabaya Airport, 79% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Surabaya Airport from central Surabaya, it takes around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 45 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near SUB. Whether you're catching an early flight from Surabaya Airport to Makassar Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Makassar Airport (UPG)
If you're coming in on a late Surabaya Airport to Makassar Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these options near UPG:
Getting from Makassar Airport (UPG) to central Makassar
From Makassar Airport, Makassar is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Makassar Airport (UPG)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Surabaya Airport to Makassar Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Makassar. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Surabaya Airport to Makassar Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. October is the warmest month in Makassar, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
August sees average temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SUB to UPG sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Indonesia
Palu is just one of the many cities in Indonesia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Makassar. Around 483 kilometres away to the north, popular attractions include Lalove Land, Wana Kertha Jagatnatha Great Temple and Pantai Talise.
Kendari is another standout destination in Indonesia and is around 370 kilometres east of Makassar. No trip is complete without experiencing Lapulu Water Front Kendari, Jabal Rahmah Mosque and Papalimba Water Tourism Lapulu.