How to travel from Makassar to Semarang, Indonesia
The distance between Makassar and Semarang is around 1,059km (658 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 15m.
5 routes found
We've found 5 different ways to get from Makassar to Semarang by plane, ferry, train and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Semarang → Makassar if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) to Ahmad Yani (SRG).
- Duration2h 15m
- Flight time1h 50m
- Typical costIDR 2,441,405($165)
PT. Sriwijaya Air
+ 2 othersFerry and Bus
Take a ferry to Surabaya then take the bus to Semarang Nusantara dr Cipto.
- Duration1 day 14h
- Departs3 times a week
- Typical costIDR 464,315($31)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Ferry and Train
Take a ferry to Surabaya then take the train to Semarang Tawang.
- Duration1 day 7h
- Departs3 times a week
- Typical costIDR 494,275($33)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Makassar and Semarang
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Makassar to Semarang by plane, ferry, train and bus. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the bus which costs around IDR 449,340 ($30) and will take around 2 days 1h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 15m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 2,441,405 ($165).
The distance between Makassar and Semarang is around 1,059km (658 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,015km (631 miles)
It takes around 2h 15m to get from Makassar and Semarang by plane.
The quickest way to get from Makassar to Semarang is to fly which takes around 2h 15m and will set you back approx IDR 2,441,405 ($165).
The cheapest way to travel between Makassar and Semarang is to take a ferry and then take the bus which will typically cost around IDR 449,340 ($30) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Makassar and Semarang. We recommend that you fly from Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) to Ahmad Yani (SRG). instead which will take 2h 15m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Makassar and Semarang. We recommend that you fly from Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) to Ahmad Yani (SRG). instead which will take 2h 15m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Makassar and Semarang. Flights depart from Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) and arrive at Ahmad Yani (SRG). The flight takes around 1h 50m.
Yes there is a direct flight between Makassar and Semarang with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 1h 50m.
PT. Sriwijaya Air, Lion Mentari Airlines and Batik Air fly between Makassar and Semarang. Flights depart from Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) and and arrive into Ahmad Yani (SRG). These flights usually take around 1h 50m.
The flight from Makassar to Semarang typically takes around 1h 50m. Flights depart from Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) and and arrive into Ahmad Yani (SRG).
The closest major airport to Semarang is Achmad Yani International Airport (SRG) (SRG) which is approximately 5km (3 miles) from Semarang. Adisumarmo International Airport (SOC) (SOC) and Adisucipto Airport (JOG) (JOG) 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 Semarang. We recommend that you fly from Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) to Ahmad Yani (SRG). instead which will take 2h 15m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Makassar to Semarang is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 15m and will usually cost around IDR 2,441,405 ($165).
Compare travel optionsbetween Makassar and Semarang
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly | 2h 15m | IDR 2,441,405($165) | on demand | 1,062km (660 miles) |
Ferry and Bus + 1 similar | 1 day 14h | IDR 464,315($31) | 3 times a week | 1,212km (753 miles) |
| Ferry to Surabaya - Tanjung Perak Port, Bus | 2 days 1h | IDR 449,340($30) | once a week | 1,165km (724 miles) |
Ferry and Train + 1 similar | 1 day 7h | IDR 494,275($33) | 3 times a week | 1,105km (687 miles) |
| Ferry to Surabaya - Tanjung Perak Port, Train | 1 day 18h | IDR 479,295($32) | once a week | 1,059km (658 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Makassar and Semarang
Airlines
PT. Sriwijaya Air
Lion Mentari Airlines
Batik Air
Airports near Semarang
The following major airports near Semarang offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Indonesia and internationally.
Achmad Yani International Airport (SRG)
- Distance
- 5km (3 miles) from Semarang
Adisumarmo International Airport (SOC)
- Distance
- 69km (43 miles) from Semarang
Adisucipto Airport (JOG)
- Distance
- 88km (55 miles) from Semarang