{ "response": { "Key": "CGK-UPG", "orig": { "code": "CGK", "type": "airport", "city": "Jakarta", "fullCity": "Jakarta, Indonesia", "airport": "Soekarno-Hatta Intl Airport" }, "dest": { "code": "UPG", "type": "airport", "city": "Makassar", "fullCity": "Makassar, Indonesia", "airport": "Hasanuddin Intl Airport" }, "faq": { "q0": { "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Jakarta to Makassar?", "answer": "A nonstop flight from Jakarta (CGK) to Makassar (UPG) typically takes about 2 hours and 20 minutes. With a layover, common in Surabaya, total travel time can extend to 4–5 hours. Return flights have a similar duration." }, "q1": { "question": "Are there any direct flights from Jakarta to Makassar?", "answer": "Yes, there are plenty of nonstop flights from Jakarta (CGK) to Makassar (UPG) — seven airlines operate the route daily: Lion Air, Batik Air, Garuda Indonesia, Citilink, Sriwijaya Air, NAM Air, and Super Air Jet. Together they offer roughly 388 nonstop flights each week, with departures spread across the day from just after midnight through late evening. All carriers run daily service, so you can fly any day of the week on any of these airlines.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. Carrier service and weekly frequencies are summarized from our flight-schedule database, which draws on published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data, and observed operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). Where available, on-time and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, and typical fares from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines", "flight_schedule" ] }, "q3": { "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Makassar?", "answer": "From Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (UPG), a taxi or ride-share is the fastest and most-used option, reaching central Makassar in about 15 minutes via the toll road. There is no rail link, but DAMRI buses run scheduled services to the city center for a budget alternative. Car rentals are available at the terminal if you prefer to drive, though local traffic can be heavy. Overall, taxis and app-based rides are the most convenient and popular ground transport.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sultan_Hasanuddin_International_Airport?ns=0&oldid=1311804151", "title": "Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport - Wikipedia", "time_published": "2025-09-17T00:39:51Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sultan_Hasanuddin_International_Airport", "title": "Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-19T05:01:33Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sultan%20Hasanuddin%20International%20Airport", "title": "Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport", "time_published": "2026-05-01T15:00:15Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sam%20Ratulangi%20International%20Airport", "title": "Sam Ratulangi International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-13T16:24:49Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List%20of%20airports%20by%20ICAO%20code%3A%20W", "title": "List of airports by ICAO code: W", "time_published": "2026-04-05T11:50:21Z" } ] }, "q6": { "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Jakarta to Makassar?", "answer": "Overnight red-eye flights are available nonstop from Jakarta (CGK) to Makassar (UPG), with departures between roughly 9:00 PM and 11:00 PM. Lion Air (JT) offers the most red-eyes — up to 56 weekly — departing as late as 10:00 PM, while Batik Air (ID), Sriwijaya Air (SJ), Super Air Jet (IU), and Citilink (QG) also operate late-evening departures. The flight takes about 2.5 hours, so a 9:00 PM departure lands around 11:30 PM the same night and a 10:00 PM departure lands around 12:30 AM (early hours); only the latest departures (11:00 PM on Batik Air) arrive close to 1:30 AM the next morning.", "methodology": "Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes — flagging services that depart late at night and arrive the following morning; for connecting itineraries the red-eye is based on the timing of the overnight long-haul leg. Carrier service and weekly frequencies are summarized from our flight-schedule database, which draws on published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data, and observed operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). Where available, on-time and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, and typical fares from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold. Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.", "toolsUsed": [ "redeye_flights", "flight_schedule", "route_airlines" ] }, "q7": { "question": "Which airlines usually operate this route from Jakarta to Makassar?", "answer": "Seven airlines operate non‑stop from Jakarta to Makassar. Lion Air (JT) leads with 154 weekly flights, followed by Batik Air (ID) at 98, Garuda Indonesia (GA) at 47, Citilink (QG) at 46, Sriwijaya Air (SJ) at 29, and NAM Air (IN) and Super Air Jet (IU) each with 7 weekly flights. All carriers run daily service across a wide span of departure times. Typical per‑carrier fares are not provided in the schedule.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines" ] }, "q8": { "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Jakarta and Makassar?", "answer": "Jakarta to Makassar is a domestic route with many non‑stop flights, so connections are rarely needed. If a layover is required, Surabaya is the most common hub, offering frequent flights and short transfer times. Balikpapan can also serve as an alternative, though it adds more travel time." }, "q9": { "question": "How reliable are on‑time departures on this route from Jakarta to Makassar?", "answer": "On-time performance is mixed, with afternoon and evening flights prone to delays due to weather and air traffic. Early morning departures on Garuda Indonesia and Lion Air tend to be more reliable." }, "q10": { "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Makassar?", "answer": "May to October is the dry season with lower humidity and less rain, ideal for exploring." }, "q11": { "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Jakarta to Makassar?", "answer": "For domestic flights in Indonesia, bring a valid national ID (KTP) or passport, a payment method for baggage, and any required health documents such as vaccination certificates if applicable." }, "q12": { "question": "Which airport should I use in Makassar?", "answer": "Makassar has only one airport, Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport, which serves all flights to the city." }, "q13": { "question": "How do I get to Soekarno-Hatta Intl Airport from the city center?", "answer": "From central Jakarta, the Soekarno-Hatta Airport Rail Link is the fastest and most popular option, connecting directly from stations like BNI City, Duri, and Batu Ceper in about 45–55 minutes. Damri shuttle buses serve major hubs such as Gambir, Rawamangun, and Blok M, while TransJakarta bus rapid transit also reaches the airport. Metered taxis and ride‑share services are widely available and offer door‑to‑door convenience, but travel time depends heavily on traffic. Driving yourself is possible with on‑site parking, though the toll road network can be congested, and the odd‑even plate policy may restrict access on certain days. Costs range from low for public buses and the airport train to higher for taxis and ride‑shares, with the train being the most reliable for avoiding jams.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transport_in_Jakarta", "title": "Transport in Jakarta", "time_published": "2026-06-08T05:23:05Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transport%20in%20Jakarta", "title": "Transport in Jakarta", "time_published": "2026-04-28T14:20:40Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jakarta,_City_of_Dreamers", "title": "Jakarta, City of Dreamers", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-07T12:52:58Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jakarta_City_Center", "title": "Jakarta City Center", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-05-31T17:24:40Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jakarta_MRT", "title": "Jakarta MRT", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-19T06:47:09Z" } ] }, "q14": { "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Makassar airport?", "answer": "Makassar Airport (UPG) does not have on-site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods inside the terminal, though overnight campers report some benches and a couch in the international baggage claim area. The Ibis Budget Makassar Airport is about 600 meters away, roughly an 8-minute walk, with no shuttle provided.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/guides/makassar-sultan-hasanuddin-airport-guide.htm", "title": "Sultan Hasanuddin Airport Guide (UPG) - Sleeping in Airports", "favicon": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/nitropack_static/oBWrHkPujHTPIaVWqdDSDhClXUyrYhhb/assets/images/optimized/rev-b853180/www.sleepinginairports.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/cropped-sia-logo-180x180.png", "time_published": "2024-03-18T18:36:31Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sultan_Hasanuddin_International_Airport", "title": "Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-19T05:01:33Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sultan%20Hasanuddin%20International%20Airport", "title": "Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport", "time_published": "2026-05-01T15:00:15Z" }, { "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/lounges/sultan-hasanuddin-airport-lounges.htm", "title": "Sultan Hasanuddin Airport Lounges (UPG)", "time_published": "2024-01-01T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://all.accor.com/lien_externe.svlt?code_hotel=9041&goto=fiche_hotel&merchantid=seo-maps-ID-9041&sourceid=aw-cen", "title": "Hotel in Airport - Ibis Budget Jakarta Airport - Accorhotels - ALL", "time_published": "2026-04-19T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sultan_Hasanuddin_International_Airport?ns=0&oldid=1311804151", "title": "Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport - Wikipedia", "time_published": "2025-09-17T00:39:51Z" } ] }, "q15": { "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Hasanuddin Intl Airport?", "answer": "Currency exchange services are available at Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport, with money changers and ATMs located in both the domestic and international terminals. The airport provides prayer rooms (musholla) for Muslim travelers, situated in the departure and arrival areas of the terminals. Free Wi‑Fi is offered throughout the terminal buildings, accessible by connecting to the airport's wireless network.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sultan_Hasanuddin_International_Airport", "title": "Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-19T05:01:33Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sultan_Hasanuddin_International_Airport?ns=0&oldid=1311804151", "title": "Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport - Wikipedia", "time_published": "2025-09-17T00:39:51Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sultan%20Hasanuddin%20International%20Airport", "title": "Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport", "time_published": "2026-05-01T15:00:15Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List%20of%20airports%20by%20ICAO%20code%3A%20W", "title": "List of airports by ICAO code: W", "time_published": "2026-04-05T11:50:21Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sam%20Ratulangi%20International%20Airport", "title": "Sam Ratulangi International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-13T16:24:49Z" } ] }, "q17": { "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Jakarta to Makassar?", "answer": "Nonstop flights from Jakarta to Makassar are most commonly operated with Airbus A320-family aircraft (the A320-100 and A320-200 Ceo) and Boeing 737s. The exact type can vary by day and airline — Garuda Indonesia, Citilink, and Lion Air all serve the route, and on any given flight you may see either an A320 or a 737. One-stop itineraries, which are also available, tend to use the same narrowbody types, often connecting through Surabaya or other Indonesian hubs.", "methodology": "Aircraft types are taken from the equipment each operating carrier schedules on this route, drawn from published airline timetables and airline equipment schedules in our flight-schedule database. They describe typical scheduled aircraft and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute equipment swaps.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_aircraft" ] }, "q18": { "question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from Jakarta to Makassar?", "answer": "Of the seven airlines flying nonstop from Jakarta to Makassar, only Garuda Indonesia belongs to an alliance — it is a SkyTeam member. The other six carriers (Lion Air, Batik Air, Citilink, Sriwijaya Air, Nam Air, and Super Air Jet) are all independent of any global alliance.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines" ] }, "q20": { "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Jakarta?", "answer": "At Jakarta's Soekarno-Hatta Airport (CGK), widely recognized lounge options include the Saphire Lounge in Terminal 2F (International) and Terminal 3 (International), with the Terminal 3 location branded as Saphire-Plaza Premium Lounge, both accessible via Priority Pass, LoungeKey, or by paying at the door, and offering standard amenities like light refreshments and Wi-Fi. The Blue Sky Premier Lounge has multiple locations across Terminals 1A, 1B, 1C, and 3 (Domestic), though the Terminal 1A location is temporarily closed, and these are also available through Priority Pass and similar programs. The Blue Sky Premium Lounge in Terminal 2D is another independent option, open 24 hours, with similar access requirements. Note that no airline-branded lounges like Garuda Indonesia's executive lounge are confirmed here, so travelers relying on business class tickets or elite status should verify with their carrier. Each lounge typically provides seating, snacks, and drinks, but none are known for exceptional features beyond a quiet space to wait.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://my.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/indonesia/jakarta-soekarno-hatta-intl", "title": "Soekarno-Hatta International Airport CGK Lounges - CGK Airport Guide and lounges. | Priority Pass", "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-au/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/CGK", "title": "American Express Lounges at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport | Amex AU", "time_published": "2026-05-03T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://www.prioritypass.com/en/lounges/indonesia/jakarta-soekarno-hatta-intl/cgk6-bluesky-executive-lounge", "title": "Soekarno-Hatta International Airport CGK Lounges - CGK Airport Guide and lounges. | Priority Pass", "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-gb/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/CGK", "title": "American Express Lounges at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport | Amex GB", "favicon": "https://www.americanexpress.com/apple-touch-icon-152x152.png" }, { "url": "https://qantas.com/au/en/qantas-experience/at-the-airport/airport-guides/jakarta-airport-guide.html", "title": "Jakarta airport guide | Qantas", "time_published": "2025-09-29T02:01:55Z" } ] }, "q21": { "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Jakarta to Makassar?", "answer": "Baggage allowance depends on the airline and fare type. Basic economy fares on this domestic route are restrictive and may not include any checked baggage. Standard economy typically includes one checked bag and a carry-on, but check your specific airline's policy." }, "q22": { "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Jakarta to Makassar?", "answer": "On this domestic route, flights typically offer Economy and sometimes Business class with standard recliner seats; flat‑bed Business and Premium Economy are not common." }, "q23": { "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?", "answer": "Policies vary by airline and fare; flexible and higher‑cabin tickets typically allow same‑day changes or standby, while Basic Economy generally does not." } } } }