{ "response": { "Key": "JKT-UPG", "orig": { "code": "JKT", "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 10 to 2 hours and 30 minutes. Return flights are similar in duration. With a layover, total travel time usually extends to 4 to 6 hours, depending on the connection city." }, "q1": { "question": "Are there any direct flights from Jakarta to Makassar?", "answer": "There are direct flights from Jakarta to Makassar, with seven airlines — Batik Air (ID), Lion Air (JT), Garuda Indonesia (GA), Citilink (QG), Sriwijaya Air (SJ), Nam Air (IN), and Super Air Jet (IU) — all operating daily non‑stop from Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). Across these carriers there are roughly 40 departures spread throughout the day, from just after midnight through late evening.", "methodology": "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": [ "flight_schedule" ] }, "q2": { "question": "Are there visa requirements to travel from Jakarta to Makassar?", "answer": "This is a domestic flight entirely within Indonesia, so no visa or travel authorization is required for any traveler. Your nationality does not affect the requirement, as you will not pass through immigration controls when flying between Indonesian cities." }, "q3": { "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Makassar?", "answer": "From Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (UPG), taxis and ride‑sharing services are the most commonly used ways to reach central Makassar, about 20 km away. The toll road makes the journey as quick as 15 minutes, while the regular highway takes roughly 20 minutes. There is no mass‑transit rail link, but car rentals are available at the airport for visitors who prefer to drive themselves.", "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": "Yes, overnight red-eye flights are available from Jakarta (CGK) to Makassar (UPG). Lion Air (JT) operates the most red-eyes with departures at 21:00, 21:30, and 22:00, while Batik Air (ID) departs at 23:00, Sriwijaya Air (SJ) at 21:15 and 22:15, Super Air Jet (IU) at 21:00, and Citilink (QG) at 21:30 on select days. These flights are short enough that they typically land the same night, before midnight.", "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.", "toolsUsed": [ "redeye_flights" ] }, "q7": { "question": "Which airlines usually operate this route from Jakarta to Makassar?", "answer": "Seven airlines fly nonstop from Jakarta to Makassar: Lion Air (JT, 154 weekly flights), Batik Air (ID, 98), Garuda Indonesia (GA, 47), Citilink (QG, 46), Sriwijaya Air (SJ, 29), NAM Air (IN, 7), and Super Air Jet (IU, 7). Median fares are not provided in the current data. All flights depart from Soekarno–Hatta International Airport (CGK).", "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": "For the domestic route from Jakarta to Makassar, common layover cities are Surabaya and Balikpapan, which offer frequent connections and efficient transfers, keeping total travel time competitive." }, "q9": { "question": "How reliable are on‑time departures on this route from Jakarta to Makassar?", "answer": "On‑time performance is generally good, though Jakarta’s Soekarno‑Hatta can experience congestion. Early morning flights with Garuda Indonesia or Lion Air tend to be more punctual." }, "q10": { "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Makassar?", "answer": "The best weather in Makassar is from May to September, which is the dry season with less rain and lower humidity." }, "q11": { "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Jakarta to Makassar?", "answer": "For domestic flights within Indonesia, bring your national ID (KTP) or passport, ensure it is valid, and carry a payment method for baggage. No visa or vaccination certificates are required for this route." }, "q12": { "question": "Which airport should I use in Makassar?", "answer": "Makassar has only one commercial airport, Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport, which is about 20 km northeast of the city centre and serves all flights." }, "q13": { "question": "How do I get to Soekarno-Hatta Intl Airport from the city center?", "answer": "The Soekarno-Hatta Airport Rail Link offers a direct train from several downtown stations like Manggarai, BNI City, and Duri, taking about 45–55 minutes and is often the fastest option during peak traffic. Damri shuttle buses run from locations such as Gambir Station and Blok M, providing a budget-friendly alternative, though subject to road congestion. Ride-share services like Grab and Gojek are widely used and convenient for door-to-door trips, while taxis are readily available but typically more expensive. Driving and parking at the airport is possible, but the journey can be severely delayed by traffic, making the train the most popular and reliable choice.", "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 (Sultan Hasanuddin International) has no on-site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods. The nearest hotel is the Ibis Budget Makassar Airport, about 600 meters from the terminal (an 8-minute walk), and no shuttle is required. Inside the terminal, there are no dedicated sleeping areas or rest zones, but travelers occasionally rest in the international baggage claim area.", "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" } ] }, "q17": { "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Jakarta to Makassar?", "answer": "Flights from Jakarta to Makassar are typically operated with Airbus A320 and Boeing 737 aircraft, with the Airbus A320-100 and Boeing 737 being the most common. Other variants like the Boeing 737-800 and Airbus A320-200 Ceo also appear. The exact aircraft type can vary by day and airline.", "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": "SkyTeam is the only alliance serving Jakarta–Makassar nonstop, through Garuda Indonesia. The other six carriers on the route — Lion Air, Batik Air, Citilink, Sriwijaya Air, NAM Air, and Super Air Jet — all operate outside the major global alliances.", "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. 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_airlines", "flight_schedule", "route_aircraft" ] }, "q20": { "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Jakarta?", "answer": "Jakarta's Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) offers several independent lounges, primarily the Blue Sky Premier and Premium lounges across Terminals 1, 2, and 3, and the Saphire Lounge in Terminal 2F (international) and the Saphire-Plaza Premium Lounge in Terminal 3 (international). Access is typically available to Priority Pass and American Express Platinum cardholders, as well as passengers flying in business class or with elite status on partner airlines, though airline-branded lounges like a Garuda Indonesia lounge are not confirmed from available data. Notable features include 24-hour access at some Blue Sky locations and a partnership with Plaza Premium for the international Saphire lounge. The Blue Sky Premier Lounge in Terminal 1A is temporarily closed, but other Blue Sky locations remain open with varying hours.", "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 rules depend on the airline and fare type. On domestic routes like Jakarta–Makassar, basic economy often excludes checked bags, while standard economy typically includes one checked bag and a carry-on. Premium fares offer higher allowances." }, "q22": { "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Jakarta to Makassar?", "answer": "On domestic flights from Jakarta to Makassar, you'll typically find Economy class; Premium Economy is not common, and Business class usually features standard recliner seats rather than flat-beds." }, "q23": { "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?", "answer": "Policies vary by airline and fare; flexible and premium tickets may allow same‑day changes or standby, while basic fares generally do not." } } } }