The distance between Makassar and Surabaya is around 827km (514 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 10m.
We've found 2 different ways to get from Makassar to Surabaya 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 Surabaya → Makassar if you're planning a return trip.
Fly from Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) to Juanda International (SUB).
Lion Mentari Airlines
+ 3 othersTake a ferry to Surabaya.
Pelni
There are several options for getting from Makassar to Surabaya by plane and ferry. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around IDR 329,515 ($22) and will take around 1 day 3h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 1,168,280 ($78).
The distance between Makassar and Surabaya is around 827km (514 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 774km (481 miles)
It takes around 2h 10m to get from Makassar and Surabaya by plane.
The quickest way to get from Makassar to Surabaya is to fly which takes around 2h 10m and will set you back approx IDR 1,168,280 ($78).
The cheapest way to travel between Makassar and Surabaya is to take a ferry which will typically cost around IDR 329,515 ($22) for a standard one-way ticket.
There is no train service that runs between Makassar and Surabaya. We recommend that you fly from Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) to Juanda International (SUB). instead which will take 2h 10m.
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Makassar and Surabaya. We recommend that you fly from Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) to Juanda International (SUB). instead which will take 2h 10m.
Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Makassar and Surabaya. The ferry typically takes around 1 day 3h and departs 3 times a week.
Pelni run the ferry services between Makassar and Surabaya. Ferries run 3 times a week and take around 1 day 3h on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.
Yes you can fly from Makassar and Surabaya. Flights depart from Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) and arrive at Juanda International (SUB). The flight takes around 1h 35m.
Yes there is a direct flight between Makassar and Surabaya with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 1h 35m.
Lion Mentari Airlines, Batik Air, Citilink Indonesia and PT. Sriwijaya Air fly between Makassar and Surabaya. Flights depart from Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) and and arrive into Juanda International (SUB). These flights usually take around 1h 35m.
The flight from Makassar to Surabaya typically takes around 1h 35m. Flights depart from Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) and and arrive into Juanda International (SUB).
The closest major airport to Surabaya is Juanda International Airport (SUB) (SUB) which is approximately 16km (10 miles) from Surabaya. Abdul Rachman Saleh Airport (MLG) (MLG) and Blimbingsari Airport (BWX) (BWX) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Makassar to Surabaya. We recommend that you fly from Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) to Juanda International (SUB). instead which will take 2h 10m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Makassar to Surabaya is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 10m and will usually cost around IDR 1,168,280 ($78).
Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
---|---|---|---|---|
Fly | 2h 10m | IDR 1,168,280($78) | on demand | 828km (514 miles) |
Ferry | 1 day 3h | IDR 329,515($22) | 3 times a week | 827km (514 miles) |
Lion Mentari Airlines
Batik Air
Citilink Indonesia
PT. Sriwijaya Air
Pelni
The following major airports near Surabaya offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Indonesia and internationally.