Flying from Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (UPG) to Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport to Sam Ratulangi International Airport is 1 hour 55 minutes.
Makassar and Manado are in the UTC+8 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Each week, there are 11 Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport to Sam Ratulangi International Airport flights. To be on board as early as possible, jump on the 09:05 Lion Air flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 20:55 with Lion Air.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your UPG to MDC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Getting to Manado (and then discovering more of Indonesia!) is a snap with Garuda Indonesia. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport to Sam Ratulangi International Airport.
Most travelers choose to fly with Garuda Indonesia on this route.
Garuda Indonesia is the most punctual carrier operating UPG to MDC flights. An impressive 88.24% of its services on this route land on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (UPG) to Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC)
Right now, AED 237 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport to Sam Ratulangi International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is AED 430. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Get cheap tickets from UPG to MDC by booking nine months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Schedule your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for flights from Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport to Sam Ratulangi International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Handy information about Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (UPG)
61.57% of flights departing from Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Makassar to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport is around 19 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 3 hours.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near UPG. Whether you have an early flight from Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport to Sam Ratulangi International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC)
If you have a late Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport to Sam Ratulangi International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these options near MDC:
Venture beyond Manado and explore places outside the usual tourist stops with your own wheels. You can grab a Sam Ratulangi International Airport rental car from TRAC Astra Rent A Car.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Sam Ratulangi International Airport about one week ahead.
Getting from Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC) to central Manado
From Sam Ratulangi International Airport, Manado is approximately 16 kilometers away. It takes around 35 minutes to drive to the center.
When to fly to Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC)
The quietest month for a flight from Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport to Sam Ratulangi International Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Manado based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport to Sam Ratulangi International Airport for September if you want to explore Manado during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
March sees average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Search for cheap tickets from UPG to MDC sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Indonesia
You've done Manado, now it's time to explore more of Indonesia. Travel about 225 kilometers south-west to Gorontalo to tick off its top attractions. From KAYRA PRIVATE POOL AND RESTO to Bele le uyun and Puncak Dumbo, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Indonesia, head for Ternate, about 290 kilometers east of Manado. Fort Tolukko, Sulamadaha beach and Kalamata Fort are key reasons to visit.