How to travel from Semarang to Makassar, Indonesia
The distance between Semarang and Makassar is around 1,058km (658 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 10m.
5 routes found
We've found 5 different ways to get from Semarang to Makassar by plane, train, ferry and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Makassar → Semarang if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Ahmad Yani (SRG) to Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG).
- Duration2h 10m
- Flight time1h 45m
- Typical costIDR 1,977,090($130)
PT. Sriwijaya Air
+ 1 othersBus and Ferry
Take the bus to Surabaya Kota then take a ferry to Makassar.
- Duration1 day 8h
- Departs3 times a week
- Typical costIDR 494,275($33)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Train and Ferry
Take the train to Surabaya Pasar Turi then take a ferry to Makassar.
- 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 Semarang and Makassar
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Semarang to Makassar by plane, train, ferry and bus. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take a ferry 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 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 1,977,090 ($130).
The distance between Semarang and Makassar is around 1,058km (658 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,015km (631 miles)
It takes around 2h 10m to get from Semarang and Makassar by plane.
The quickest way to get from Semarang to Makassar is to fly which takes around 2h 10m and will set you back approx IDR 1,977,090 ($130).
The cheapest way to travel between Semarang and Makassar is to take the bus and then take a ferry 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 Semarang and Makassar. We recommend that you fly from Ahmad Yani (SRG) to Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG). instead which will take 2h 10m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Semarang and Makassar. We recommend that you fly from Ahmad Yani (SRG) to Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG). instead which will take 2h 10m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Semarang and Makassar. Flights depart from Ahmad Yani (SRG) and arrive at Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG). The flight takes around 1h 45m.
Yes there is a direct flight between Semarang and Makassar with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 1h 45m.
PT. Sriwijaya Air and Lion Mentari Airlines fly between Semarang and Makassar. Flights depart from Ahmad Yani (SRG) and and arrive into Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG). These flights usually take around 1h 45m.
The flight from Semarang to Makassar typically takes around 1h 45m. Flights depart from Ahmad Yani (SRG) and and arrive into Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG).
The closest major airport to Makassar is Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (UPG) (UPG) which is approximately 16km (10 miles) from Makassar. Tampa Padang Airport (MJU) (MJU) and Baubau Airport (BUW) (BUW) 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 Semarang to Makassar. We recommend that you fly from Ahmad Yani (SRG) to Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG). instead which will take 2h 10m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Semarang to Makassar is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 10m and will usually cost around IDR 1,977,090 ($130).
Compare travel optionsbetween Semarang and Makassar
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly | 2h 10m | IDR 1,977,090($130) | on demand | 1,061km (659 miles) |
Bus and Ferry + 1 similar | 1 day 8h | IDR 494,275($33) | 3 times a week | 1,177km (731 miles) |
| Bus to Surabaya Terminal Bungurasih, Ferry | 2 days 1h | IDR 449,340($30) | once a week | 1,162km (722 miles) |
Train and Ferry + 1 similar | 1 day 7h | IDR 494,275($33) | 3 times a week | 1,106km (687 miles) |
| Train to Surabaya Pasar Turi, Ferry | 1 day 18h | IDR 479,295($32) | once a week | 1,058km (658 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Semarang and Makassar
Airlines
PT. Sriwijaya Air
Lion Mentari Airlines
Train operators
Kereta API
Bus companies
Damri
Nusantara
Ferry operators
Pelni
Airports near Makassar
The following major airports near Makassar offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Indonesia and internationally.
Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (UPG)
- Distance
- 16km (10 miles) from Makassar
Tampa Padang Airport (MJU)
- Distance
- 286km (178 miles) from Makassar
Baubau Airport (BUW)
- Distance
- 352km (219 miles) from Makassar