On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets for the route from Makassar to Palu. The distance between the cities is 474 km, and flight frequency is maintained at approximately 3 flights per week.
Flights on this route are operated by Lion Air, Garuda Indonesia, and Citilink. Since ticket prices depend on the season and demand, we recommend using the low-price calendar and price trend chart to find the best deal.
The table shows direct flights Makassar → Palu on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 15 min. Regular flights are operated by Lion Air, Garuda, Citilink and Batik Air Indonesia. Departures from Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport airports, arrivals at Mutiara Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Makassar — Palu by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 190 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 373 in J. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
The climate in Palu is characterized by consistently high temperatures ranging between 27–28°C throughout the year. June is the wettest month with peak rainfall, while January and December see a relatively lower number of rainy days.
In terms of flight costs, the most budget-friendly month for travel is October, when tickets start AED 264. The highest prices are recorded in January, with the minimum fare during this period starting AED 373.
September or October can be considered the optimal choice for a balance of price and weather conditions, with fares AED 267. It is recommended to avoid traveling in June and September if you want to minimize the risk of getting caught in prolonged tropical downpours.
Five airlines operate on this route, with the main carriers being Lion Air, Garuda Indonesia, and Batik Air. Most flights are direct, providing the fastest connection between the cities. To view the current flight schedule and choose a suitable flight, check the interactive list below: clicking on an airline will open a detailed schedule by day of the week.
Flights Makassar — Palu depart from Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport and arrive at Mutiara Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
With a distance of 474 km, the estimated direct flight time is about 50–55 minutes. The exact duration depends on the aircraft type and weather conditions on the day of departure.
Regular flights between the cities are provided by Lion Air, Garuda Indonesia, Citilink, AirAsia, and Batik Air.
Yes, there are direct flights on this route, allowing you to reach your destination as quickly as possible without extra transfers.
Flight prices are dynamic and depend on the season. You can check the current minimum in the low-price calendar presented on this page.
Flights from Makassar arrive at the Palu (PLW) airport, which is the main aviation hub for this region.
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