On this page, you can book flights from Palu to Makassar. The distance between the cities for this flight is 474 km, with a flight frequency maintained at 4 flights per week.
Airlines such as Lion Air and Garuda Indonesia operate flights on this route. To find the best deal, use the price trend chart and calendar, and also check out the information on how to get to the airport of departure and how to get from the airport to the city upon arrival.
The table shows direct flights Palu → Makassar on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 6 min. Regular flights are operated by Citilink, Batik Air Indonesia, Lion Air and Garuda. Departures from Mutiara Airport airports, arrivals at Sultan Hasanuddin International 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 Palu — Makassar by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 235 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 314 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.
Palu → Makassar, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 320 | high | May | AED 297 | medium | Sep | AED 273 | medium |
| Feb | AED 264 | low | Jun | AED 329 | high | Oct | AED 264 | low |
| Mar | AED 268 | low | Jul | AED 339 | high | Nov | AED 259 | low |
| Apr | AED 278 | medium | Aug | AED 325 | high | Dec | AED 334 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The weather in Makassar is characterized by distinct seasonality: the wettest months are January and February (rainfall exceeds 570 mm), while the driest period falls in August and September, when the chance of precipitation is minimal and daytime temperatures reach 29.8°C.
The lowest flight cost was recorded in July — AED 235. According to current data, the most expensive month to fly is January, when ticket prices start AED 314.
September is the best time for a trip, as dry weather persists and ticket prices are AED 257. It is recommended to avoid traveling in January due to heavy monsoon rains and peak airfares.
Four carriers operate on the route from Palu to Makassar, with Lion Air and Garuda Indonesia being the key players. Most flights are direct, allowing you to cover the distance between the cities as quickly as possible. Detailed flight schedules and options from Batik Air and Citilink are available in the interactive list below.
Flights Palu — Makassar depart from Mutiara Airport and arrive at Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 474 km, so the actual flight time on a direct flight is usually about 50–60 minutes.
Regular flights on this route are operated by Lion Air, Garuda Indonesia, Citilink, and Batik Air.
Yes, there are direct flights between the cities, which is the most convenient and fastest way to travel.
Airfares are dynamic and depend on the season; you can see the current minimum in the low-price calendar on this page.
It is recommended to book your flight in advance, aiming for the dry season (August–October), when prices are more stable and weather conditions at the destination are more comfortable.
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