How to travel from Makassar to Mataram, Indonesia

The distance between Makassar and Mataram is around 931km (578 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 5m.

2 routes found

We've found 2 different ways to get from Makassar to Mataram 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 MataramMakassar if you're planning a return trip.

🚀 Fastest
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Fly

Fly from Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) to Lombok (LOP).

  • Duration4h 5m
  • Flight time2h 40m
  • Typical cost
    IDR 1,587,665($105)
Operated by

Lion Mentari Airlines

+ 3 others
💰 Cheapest
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ferry
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Ferry

Take a ferry to Lembar.

  • Duration2 days 8h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    IDR 419,385($28)
Operated by

Pelni

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Makassar and Mataram

There are several options for getting from Makassar to Mataram by plane and ferry. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around IDR 419,385 ($28) and will take around 2 days 8h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 5m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 1,587,665 ($105).

The distance between Makassar and Mataram is around 931km (578 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 529km (329 miles)

It takes around 4h 5m to get from Makassar and Mataram by plane.

The quickest way to get from Makassar to Mataram is to fly which takes around 4h 5m and will set you back approx IDR 1,587,665 ($105).

The cheapest way to travel between Makassar and Mataram is to take a ferry which will typically cost around IDR 419,385 ($28) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Makassar and Mataram. We recommend that you fly from Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) to Lombok (LOP). instead which will take 4h 5m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Makassar and Mataram. We recommend that you fly from Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) to Lombok (LOP). instead which will take 4h 5m.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Makassar and Mataram. The ferry typically takes around 2 days 8h and departs once a week.

Pelni run the ferry services between Makassar and Mataram. Ferries run once a week and take around 2 days 8h on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Makassar and Mataram. Flights depart from Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) and arrive at Lombok (LOP) - via Juanda International (SUB). The flight takes around 2h 40m.

There is no direct flight from Makassar to Mataram. There is however a flight that goes via Juanda International (SUB). This services will take at least 4h 5m (not including layover time).

The flight from Makassar to Mataram typically takes around 2h 40m. Flights depart from Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) and and arrive into Lombok (LOP).

The closest major airport to Mataram is Zainuddin Abdul Madjid International Airport (LOP) (LOP) which is approximately 27km (17 miles) from Mataram. Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) (DPS) and Sultan Muhammad Kaharuddin III Airport (SWQ) (SWQ) 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 Mataram. We recommend that you fly from Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) to Lombok (LOP). instead which will take 4h 5m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Makassar to Mataram is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 5m and will usually cost around IDR 1,587,665 ($105).

How do I get from Makassar to Mataram

Compare travel optionsbetween Makassar and Mataram

Transport options from Makassar to Mataram
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
4h 5m
IDR 1,587,665($105)
hourly1,256km (780 miles)
Ferry
2 days 8h
IDR 419,385($28)
once a week931km (578 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Makassar and Mataram

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Ferry operators

Airports near Mataram

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

LOP
Zainuddin Abdul Madjid International Airport (LOP)
International Airport
Distance
27km (17 miles) from Mataram
DPS
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
International Airport
Distance
105km (65 miles) from Mataram
SWQ
Sultan Muhammad Kaharuddin III Airport (SWQ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
144km (90 miles) from Mataram