Traveling from Bangkok to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (UPG): What you need to know
There are two main airports to choose from in Bangkok. Explore your options departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) when booking your flight from Bangkok to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (UPG).
The timezone in Makassar is UTC+8, which is one hour ahead of Bangkok. Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport is located in Makassar.
Your flight from Bangkok to UPG won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're traveling internationally.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, it's a good idea to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow for extra wait times.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Bangkok to UPG. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). Take a break from traveling at one of these airports:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
Traveling from central Bangkok to BKK takes around 1 hour 5 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 20 miles in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Suvarnabhumi Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Bangkok to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Of all flights leaving Suvarnabhumi Airport, 67.87% land on schedule at their destination.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Squeeze in an extra adventure with a stopover on your flight from Bangkok to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport. Check out these connections between Don Mueang International Airport and UPG:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
DMK is around 17 miles from central Bangkok. It'll take you 30 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city center. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get a head start on your vacation with an extra night away from home. Before your Bangkok to UPG flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Don Mueang International Airport:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 66.48%.
About Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (UPG)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Bangkok to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near UPG instead:
Getting from Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (UPG) to central Makassar
The center of Makassar is around 10 miles from Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport. Travel times by cab or car rental will vary based on time of day, so do some research before your trip.
It takes roughly 3 hours if you're traveling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (UPG)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport is $125. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $281. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Bangkok to UPG. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Bangkok to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Bangkok to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (UPG)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Bangkok to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (UPG). August is the busiest month to visit Makassar. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, think about going in February.
Lock in a Bangkok to UPG plane ticket departing in October if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Makassar to range from 73ºF to 95ºF.
August has temperatures of between 72ºF and 90ºF. Look for cheap tickets from Bangkok to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Makassar
After booking your flight from Bangkok to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Makassar:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to know where to begin. Tanjung Berua, Pantai Bosowa Tanjung and Tongkonan het Traditionele Houten paalhuis van Toraja are leading attractions which should be on every Makassar itinerary.
Explore more of Indonesia
Makassar will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Indonesia just waiting to be explored. Around 75 miles north of Makassar, a visit to Parepare will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Paputo Beach, PARE PARE BEACH and Toraja Mamasa Church.
Around 150 miles north of Makassar, Palopo is another favorite stop in Indonesia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Taman Masjid Agung Palopo, Masjid Islamic Centre and Masjid Al Ikhwan.
