How to travel from Makassar to Jayapura, Indonesia

The distance between Makassar and Jayapura is around 2,398km (1,490 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 15m.

2 routes found

We've found 2 different ways to get from Makassar to Jayapura by plane and ferry. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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Fly

Fly from Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) to Jayapura (DJJ).

  • Duration4h 15m
  • Flight time3h 25m
  • Typical cost
    IDR 5,736,555($385)
Operated by

Citilink Indonesia

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Ferry

Take a ferry to Jayapura.

  • Duration4 days 12h
  • Departs3 times a week
  • Typical cost
    IDR 748,900($50)
Operated by

Pelni

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Makassar and Jayapura

There are several options for getting from Makassar to Jayapura by plane and ferry. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around IDR 748,900 ($50) and will take around 4 days 12h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 15m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 5,736,555 ($385).

The distance between Makassar and Jayapura is around 2,398km (1,490 miles).

It takes around 4h 15m to get from Makassar and Jayapura by plane.

The quickest way to get from Makassar to Jayapura is to fly which takes around 4h 15m and will set you back approx IDR 5,736,555 ($385).

The cheapest way to travel between Makassar and Jayapura is to take a ferry which will typically cost around IDR 748,900 ($50) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Makassar and Jayapura. We recommend that you fly from Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) to Jayapura (DJJ). instead which will take 4h 15m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Makassar and Jayapura. We recommend that you fly from Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) to Jayapura (DJJ). instead which will take 4h 15m.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Makassar and Jayapura. The ferry typically takes around 4 days 12h and departs 3 times a week.

Pelni run the ferry services between Makassar and Jayapura. Ferries run 3 times a week and take around 4 days 12h on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Makassar and Jayapura. Flights depart from Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) and arrive at Jayapura (DJJ). The flight takes around 3h 25m.

Yes there is a direct flight between Makassar and Jayapura with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 3h 25m.

Citilink Indonesia, Lion Mentari Airlines, Batik Air, PT. Sriwijaya Air and Garuda Indonesia fly between Makassar and Jayapura. Flights depart from Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) and and arrive into Jayapura (DJJ). These flights usually take around 3h 25m.

The flight from Makassar to Jayapura typically takes around 3h 25m. Flights depart from Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) and and arrive into Jayapura (DJJ).

The closest major airport to Jayapura is Sentani Airport (DJJ) (DJJ) which is approximately 21km (13 miles) from Jayapura. Wamena Airport (WMX) (WMX) and Nop Goliath Airport (DEX) (DEX) 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 Jayapura. We recommend that you fly from Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) to Jayapura (DJJ). instead which will take 4h 15m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Makassar to Jayapura is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 15m and will usually cost around IDR 5,736,555 ($385).

How do I get from Makassar to Jayapura

Compare travel optionsbetween Makassar and Jayapura

Transport options from Makassar to Jayapura
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
4h 15m
IDR 5,736,555($385)
on demand2,398km (1,490 miles)
Ferry
4 days 12h
IDR 748,900($50)
3 times a week3,180km (1,976 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Makassar and Jayapura

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Airports near Jayapura

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

DJJ
Sentani Airport (DJJ)
International Airport
Distance
21km (13 miles) from Jayapura
WMX
Wamena Airport (WMX)
Domestic Airport
Distance
261km (162 miles) from Jayapura
DEX
Nop Goliath Airport (DEX)
Domestic Airport
Distance
291km (181 miles) from Jayapura