How to travel from Makassar to Jakarta, Indonesia

The distance between Makassar and Jakarta is around 1,446km (899 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 15m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Makassar to Jakarta by plane, bus, ferry and train. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out JakartaMakassar if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) to Soekarno–Hatta (CGK).

  • Duration3h 15m
  • Flight time2h 15m
  • Typical cost
    IDR 1,108,370($74)
Operated by

Citilink Indonesia

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2 similiar routes

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Ferry and Bus

Take a ferry to Surabaya then take the bus to Jakarta Pulogadung Bus Station.

  • Duration2 days 4h
  • Departs3 times a week
  • Typical cost
    IDR 703,965($47)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Ferry and Train

Take a ferry to Surabaya then take the train to Jakarta Gambir.

  • Duration1 day 12h
  • Departs3 times a week
  • Typical cost
    IDR 614,095($41)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Makassar and Jakarta

There are several options for getting from Makassar to Jakarta by plane, bus, ferry and train. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the train which costs around IDR 614,095 ($41) and will take around 1 day 12h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 15m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 1,108,370 ($74).

The distance between Makassar and Jakarta is around 1,446km (899 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,397km (868 miles)

It takes around 3h 15m to get from Makassar and Jakarta by plane.

The quickest way to get from Makassar to Jakarta is to fly which takes around 3h 15m and will set you back approx IDR 1,108,370 ($74).

The cheapest way to travel between Makassar and Jakarta is to take a ferry and then take the train which will typically cost around IDR 614,095 ($41) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Makassar and Jakarta. We recommend that you fly from Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) to Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). instead which will take 3h 15m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Makassar and Jakarta. We recommend that you fly from Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) to Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). instead which will take 3h 15m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Makassar and Jakarta. Flights depart from Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) and arrive at Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). The flight takes around 2h 15m.

Yes there is a direct flight between Makassar and Jakarta with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 2h 15m.

Citilink Indonesia, Batik Air, Lion Mentari Airlines, PT. Sriwijaya Air and Garuda Indonesia fly between Makassar and Jakarta. Flights depart from Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) and and arrive into Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). These flights usually take around 2h 15m.

The flight from Makassar to Jakarta typically takes around 2h 15m. Flights depart from Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) and and arrive into Soekarno–Hatta (CGK).

The closest major airport to Jakarta is Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP) (HLP) which is approximately 12km (8 miles) from Jakarta. Soekarno–Hatta International Airport (CGK) (CGK) and Husein Sastranegara International Airport (BDO) (BDO) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Makassar to Jakarta. We recommend that you fly from Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) to Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). instead which will take 3h 15m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Makassar to Jakarta is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 15m and will usually cost around IDR 1,108,370 ($74).

How do I get from Makassar to Jakarta

Compare travel optionsbetween Makassar and Jakarta

Transport options from Makassar to Jakarta
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 2 similar
3h 15m
IDR 1,108,370($74)
hourly1,481km (920 miles)
Fly to Jakarta Halim Perdana Kusuma (HLP)3h 30m
IDR 1,602,640($105)
hourly1,446km (899 miles)
Plane and Bus5h 15m
IDR 1,782,375($120)
hourly1,535km (954 miles)
Ferry and Bus
2 days 4h
IDR 703,965($47)
3 times a week1,645km (1,022 miles)
Ferry and Train
1 day 12h
IDR 614,095($41)
3 times a week1,549km (963 miles)

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Airports near Jakarta

The following major airports near Jakarta offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Indonesia and internationally.

HLP
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP)
Domestic Airport
Distance
12km (8 miles) from Jakarta
CGK
Soekarno–Hatta International Airport (CGK)
International Airport
Distance
20km (12 miles) from Jakarta
BDO
Husein Sastranegara International Airport (BDO)
International Airport
Distance
116km (72 miles) from Jakarta