Flights from Makassar to Balikpapan
Fares, airlines, flight time and both airports for UPG–BPN.
Route snapshot: Makassar to Balikpapan
Makassar (UPG) to Balikpapan (BPN) is 516 km, about 1h 9m flying nonstop. Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on this route include Lion Air. The lowest one-way fare seen recently was $64 with Lion Air (nonstop), departing 20 Sept 2026 — as of 11 Sept 2026.
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Fares seen
The lowest one-way fare seen was $64 with Lion Air (nonstop), departing 20 Sept 2026. Checked 11 Sept 2026 — fares move daily.
Seasonality
Balikpapan has year-round travel demand, so fare differences often depend more on booking window and airline competition than on one single peak season.
Who flies it
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares here include Lion Air. More carriers may sell it with a connection.
Airlines flying Makassar to Balikpapan
Carriers on UPG–BPN according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 11 Sept 2026. Not a complete list.
Makassar–Balikpapan route intelligence
Updated analysis of the UPG–BPN corridor — distance, fares, timing, and connecting options.
Route profile
Makassar (UPG) to Balikpapan (BPN) is a short-haul / regional corridor spanning approximately 515 km, with typical block time around 1h 15m. Published fares cluster between $50 and $180 in economy. Short-haul.
Best time to book
For regional routes under 1,500 km, fares are typically softest 3-5 weeks out. Last-minute deals are common on this corridor.
Demand-spike calendar: Lebaran/Eid al-Fitr is the largest demand spike — domestic Indonesian flights can triple in price for the 10 days surrounding it. Western and Chinese New Year holidays also matter for Bali-bound traffic.
Visa & arrival
Passport-validity and visa requirements differ between Indonesia and — most arriving travellers need at least six months of remaining passport validity. Check AirConnect's visa checker for your nationality before booking, especially if you plan to connect through a third country en route.
Direct & Connecting Flights
Nonstop flights link Makassar (UPG) and Balikpapan (BPN), taking about 1h 9m. Connecting itineraries can be cheaper but take longer.
Fares & Price Guide
The lowest one-way fare seen on UPG–BPN was $64 USD (nonstop) as of 11 Sept 2026. Set a fare alert to be told when it drops.
About Balikpapan
Flights arrive at Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman Sepinggan International Airport (BPN). See the destination guide for hotels, visa requirements and travel tips.
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