Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Makassar travel guide

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You're Going to Love Makassar

With a population of 1.32 million, Makassar is the largest city in South Sulawesi, Indonesia by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 52 days in order to fully appreciate everything Makassar has to offer.

When to visit Makassar

Makassar in April
Estimated hotel price
₹ 2559
1 night at 3-star hotel
Makassar in April
Estimated hotel price
₹ 2559
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Makassar in April, when the average temperature is 28 °C, and the highest can go up to 32 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 23 °C, with an average temperature of 27 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 734 mm. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Makassar, with an average rainfall of 15 mm.

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How to Get to Makassar

Plane

When flying to Makassar, you’ll arrive at Makassar Sultan Hanuddin (UPG), which is located 16 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Makassar, you’ll arrive at Makassar Sultan Hanuddin (UPG), which is located 16 km from the city centre.

Airports near Makassar

UPGMakassar Sultan Hanuddin

Airlines serving Makassar

Emirates
Excellent (3,682 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,546 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,628 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (319 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (681 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,942 reviews)
China Airlines
Excellent (851 reviews)
Scoot
Good (337 reviews)
Garuda Indonesia
Excellent (94 reviews)
AirAsia
Good (235 reviews)
Oman Air
Excellent (143 reviews)
Bangkok Airways
Excellent (133 reviews)
IndiGo
Good (580 reviews)
Batik Air
Good (33 reviews)
Citilink
Excellent (6 reviews)
TransNusa
Good (8 reviews)
Lion Air
Good (29 reviews)
Wings Air
Good (6 reviews)
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Where to stay in Makassar

Average rates range from around ₹ 1,400 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 3,317 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Makassar

Most booked hotels in Makassar

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Four Points by Sheraton Makassar
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
₹ 4,075+
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Karebosi Premier Makassar
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
₹ 1,611+
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Royal Bay Hotel Makassar
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
₹ 1,516+
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M - Regency Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
₹ 663+
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Ibis Makassar Losari
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
₹ 1,706+
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Hiring a car in Makassar

Expect to pay ₹ 101 per litre in Makassar (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,217 and ₹ 1,623.

Expect to pay ₹ 101 per litre in Makassar (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,217 and ₹ 1,623.