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Sultan Hasanuddin International · Indonesia
UPG
Medium riskHigh confidence Updated June 2026Exit score 60/100

Grab and Gojek operate but with pickup restrictions; airport taxi mafia inflates rates.

TL;DR

UPG (Sultan Hasanuddin International) serves Makassar, Indonesia. The recommended way out is Order Grab or Gojek from designated pickup point outside main gate (~IDR 90,000–150,000, 30–50 min). Pickup: Gate 2 pickup zone — 300m from arrivals.

Fare reality · UPG → Makassar centre
  1. ExpectedWhat locals pay
    IDR 90,000–150,000
  2. ConcerningAsk for the meter
    IDR 300,000+
  3. ScamWalk away
    IDR 500,000+
Currency · IDR
IDR 90,000–150,000
Tipping
Not expected — round up
Cash · Card
Cash preferred; small IDR notes essential
IF YOU ONLY READ ONE THING

Order Grab or Gojek from designated pickup point outside main gate

Typical fare
IDR 90,000–150,000
Journey time
30–50 min
Pickup
Gate 2 pickup zone — 300m from arrivals
WARNING · Ignore drivers approaching inside; airport taxi mafia charges 2–3x
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Every way out, ranked

  1. 1

    Grab / Gojek

    RECOMMENDED
    Cost
    IDR 90,000–IDR 150,000
    Journey
    30–50 min
    Wait
    5–15 min
    Payment
    💳 Card / Cash
    Pros
    • Fair
    • Tracked
    Cons
    • Walk to pickup
  2. 2

    DAMRI airport bus

    RECOMMENDED
    Cost
    IDR 27,000
    Journey
    60 min
    Wait
    Hourly
    Payment
    💳 Card / Cash
    Pros
    • Cheapest
    Cons
    • Slow
  3. 3

    Airport taxi (Bosowa)

    Cost
    IDR 200,000–IDR 300,000
    Journey
    30–50 min
    Wait
    Immediate
    Payment
    💵 Cash
    Pros
    • Regulated
    Cons
    • Overpriced
  4. 4

    Hotel transfer

    Cost
    IDR 250,000–IDR 400,000
    Journey
    30–50 min
    Wait
    On arrival
    Payment
    💳 Card / Cash
    Pros
    • Safe
    Cons
    • Expensive
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From gate to city

  1. 1Clear domestic/international
  2. 2Collect bags
  3. 3Walk past taxi rank
  4. 4Continue to Grab/Gojek pickup zone
  5. 5Verify plate + driver
Before you leave the terminal
  • Grab or Gojek installed
  • Local SIM
  • IDR cash
  • Address in Bahasa
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Common scams & payment traps

  • Cash needed for bus and tips

Airport taxi mark-up

Medium risk

Fixed fare 2–3x Grab price

HOW TO AVOID · Walk to Grab/Gojek pickup

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What locals & travellers say

UPG·Makassar
“DAMRI airport bus is the cheapest option and drops at central hotels.”
Official AirportDAMRIChecked June 2026anecdotal
  • "DAMRI airport bus is the cheapest option and drops at central hotels." — DAMRI
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UPG arrival FAQs

What is the safest way to leave Sultan Hasanuddin International?
Order Grab or Gojek from designated pickup point outside main gate. Ignore drivers approaching inside; airport taxi mafia charges 2–3x.
Are taxis at UPG safe?
Official taxis from the marked rank are generally fine, but watch for: airport taxi mark-up — Fixed fare 2–3x Grab price Walk to Grab/Gojek pickup
Is ride-hailing (Uber, Bolt, Grab or similar) available at UPG?
Yes — Grab / Gojek works at UPG. Typical cost IDR 90,000–IDR 150,000, journey ~30–50 min. Use the in-app pickup point rather than the arrivals curb.
How much should a taxi from UPG to the city centre cost?
Expected fare on the UPG → Makassar centre route is roughly IDR 90,000–150,000. Anything around IDR 300,000+ is high — IDR 500,000+ is a scam. Fares vary with traffic, time of day and taxi type, so confirm before you get in.
Do I need cash for a taxi at UPG?
Carry small local notes — Grab / Gojek expects card & cash. A backup card with no FX fees helps if a driver claims the terminal is broken.
Where is the official taxi pickup at Sultan Hasanuddin International?
Gate 2 pickup zone — 300m from arrivals. If you can't see a marked rank with a dispatcher or queue, walk back inside and ask at the information desk — never take an offer from someone roaming arrivals.
Is UPG safe to arrive at late at night?
UPG is generally manageable at night if you stick to the official taxi rank or pre-book a transfer. Avoid empty bus stops and outdoor pickup zones, and confirm your ride is moving before sharing personal details.
What scams should I watch for at UPG?
The most reported at UPG: Airport taxi mark-up. See the scams section above for how each one works and how to avoid it.
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