Flying from Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (UPG): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 25 minutes.
Makassar's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Denpasar.
You can choose from 27 weekly Ngurah Rai International Airport to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport flights. The 01:00 departure with Sriwijaya Air is the earliest flight you can take. Super Air Jet operates the latest service of the day at 19:35.
Your DPS to UPG flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
There are plenty of direct flights from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport, so getting to Makassar (and then exploring more of Indonesia!) is simple. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:
Garuda Indonesia is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Garuda Indonesia is the most punctual carrier that operates DPS to UPG flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between DPS and UPG:
Syamsudin Noor International Airport
Juanda International Airport
Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (UPG)
$65 is currently the best price for a one-way Ngurah Rai International Airport to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $147. These fares can change depending on demand.
To get cheap tickets from DPS to UPG, book your journey six months ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from DPS to UPG by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
66.23% of flights taking off from Ngurah Rai International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central Denpasar to Ngurah Rai International Airport is approximately 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to DPS:
Arriving at Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (UPG)
Consider staying in a hotel close to UPG if you're catching a late Ngurah Rai International Airport to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport flight. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (UPG) to central Makassar
From Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport, Makassar is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport takes around 3 hours.
When to fly to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (UPG)
The quietest month for a flight from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Makassar based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. October is the warmest month in Makassar, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from DPS to UPG in August if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.
Explore more of Indonesia
You've seen Makassar, now it's time to discover other parts of Indonesia. Travel around 483 kilometres north to Palu to check off its must-visit sights. From Pantai Dupa to Perumahan Mahkota Indah II Residence and Petobo Memorial Forest, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Kendari is another must-experience destination in Indonesia and is around 370 kilometres east of Makassar. No journey is complete without experiencing Nambo Beach, Kendari Beach and Taman Graha Asri.