Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport

Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (IATA: UPG, ICAO: WAAA) is an international airport in Makassar, South Sulawesi. It is located 20 km (12 mi) northeast of Makassar's city centre and is operated by PT. Angkasa Pura I. The current terminal was opened on 20 August 2008. The airport is the main gateway for flights to the eastern part of Indonesia, and named after Sultan Hasanuddin (1631–1670), a Sultan of Gowa, who fought against the Dutch East India Company in the 1660s.

Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport Bandar Udara Internasional Sultan Hasanuddin
IATA: UPG ICAO: WAAA WMO: 97180
Summary
Airport type	Public / Military
Owner	Government of Indonesia
Operator	PT. Angkasa Pura I
Serves	Makassar
Location	Maros, South Sulawesi, Indonesia
Hub for	Batik Air Lion Air Garuda Indonesia
Focus city for	Sriwijaya Air
Operating base for	Citilink Super Air Jet Wings Air
Time zone	WITA (UTC+08:00)
Elevation AMSL	47 ft / 14 m
Coordinates	5°03′42″S 119°33′15″E / 5.06167°S 119.55417°E / -5.06167; 119.55417
Website	www.hasanuddin-airport.co.id
Maps
Sulawesi region in Indonesia
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Runways
Direction Length Surface m ft 13/31 2,500 8,202 Asphalt 03/21 3,202 10,505 Asphalt
Statistics (2023)
Passengers 10,541,421 (8.4%)
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Location

Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport is located on the border of Makassar and Maros, a suburb in South Sulawesi, approximately 15 minutes 20 km (12 mi) from Makassar city via freeway/tollway or 20 minutes 23 km (14 mi) via highway.

History

 

A Curtiss C-46 Commando at Mandai Airfiekd, 1948

 

Map of Sultan Hasanuddin Airport

Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport, formerly known as Kadieng Airport, has a rich history dating back to its inauguration on September 27, 1937. Initially operated by the Dutch aviation company KNILM with the Douglas DC-2 aircraft, the airport played a crucial role in connecting regions across Indonesia. During the Japanese colonial period, the airport underwent significant upgrades, transitioning its runway from grass to concrete and expanding its capacity. Renamed Mandai Airport, it served as a vital hub, witnessing extensive reconstruction efforts by the Allies in 1945 to meet the demands of the time. Remarkably, this expansion saw the involvement of approximately 4000 workers, many of whom were former Japanese prisoners of war. Upon Indonesia's independence in 1950, the airport came under the jurisdiction of the Public Works Bureau, marking a new phase in its development. Over the years, it evolved into a bustling center facilitating travel between the western and eastern parts of Indonesia.

In 1955, management transitioned to the Bureau of Civil Aviation, later known as the Directorate General of Civil Aviation , signaling a commitment to modernization and growth. This era witnessed significant expansions, including the lengthening of the runway to accommodate larger aircraft. In 1980, the airport was renamed Sultan Hasanuddin Airport, honoring the esteemed figure. Subsequent upgrades, including further runway extensions and the designation as an embarkation point for Hajj pilgrims, solidified its status as a crucial transportation hub. The turning point came in 1994 when the Ministry of Transportation officially recognized Sultan Hasanuddin Airport as an international airport. This pivotal decision heralded a new era of increased passenger traffic and international recognition, positioning the airport as a key gateway to Indonesia. The first international route, connecting Makassar to Kuala Lumpur, commenced operations on March 28, 1995, operated by Malaysia Airlines. This was followed by Silk Air launching its route from Makassar to Singapore.

This airport has also received the title of the three best airports in Indonesia by winning awards in 2011 and also awards as the airport with the best service and the cleanest toilets. The highest award in 2012 received an award from the Ministry of Transportation in the Airport Award as the best airport.^[1]

 

Waiting room

Terminals

 

Sultan Hasanuddin Airport terminal interior

The old terminal was completely vacated after the opening of the new terminal in 2008 and is currently used by the TNI-AU (Indonesian Air Force) which houses the 11th Air Squadron (Air Squadron 11).

The new terminal is located just south of the old terminal. This terminal has the capacity to handle 7 million passengers and in 2010 served 5 million.^[2] The terminal is five times larger than the old terminal, and includes six aerobridges. This is the first airport terminal in Indonesia designed in a high-tech architectural style.

The terminal expansion is currently under construction and is expected to be completed in mid-2021. The terminal will be 3 times larger and can accommodate around 15 million passengers. Several aerobridges will be added for Domestic and International Flights.

Going forward, Sultan Hasanuddin Makassar Airport which is managed by PT Angkasa Pura I will continue to be developed to the ultimate stage, where the development is divided into four stages.

After Phase I development began earlier this year, Phase II development will begin in 2024 where at this stage passenger capacity will increase to 21 million passengers per year and parking stand capacity to 47 parking stands.

Phase III development will begin in 2034 with an increase in terminal capacity to 30.8 million passengers per year with 64 parking stands. Meanwhile, Phase IV development will begin in 2044 with an ultimate terminal capacity of up to 40 million passengers per year with 78 parking stands.^[3]

There will be dedicated international terminal and an elevated departure drop off, a parking building. The grand design of the terminal is based on butterfly.

Traffic figures

Since the beginning of the new millennium, passenger numbers have increased more than sixfold. Historically air freight traffic has played a minor role in Makassar from an economic standpoint. It has developed slowly in part due to the relatively high license fee by the operator, currently 25 rupiah per kg of body construction and 15 rupiah per kg for the goods introduction.

Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport passenger totals (millions)

Source:

Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport – traffic figures^[4][5][6]

Year	Passenger volume	Baggage (kg)	Aircraft movements
2000	1.059.213	28.218.000	20.445
2001	1.022.993	31.283.504	22.464
2002	1.692.032	23.886.003	31.315
2003	1.690.635	26.213.963	39.419
2004	1.976.223	27.700.099	48.736
2005	3.597.238	32.353.245	42.940
2006	4.044.510	31.237.854	45.206
2007	4.465.775	31.605.217	48.906
2008	4.706.189	32.408.389	49.584
2009	5.161.289	32.420.401	52.299
2010	6.547.566	40.140.999	64.940
2011	7.455.408	43.338.508	73.077
2012	8.323.193	48.273.638	79.739
2013	9.431.004	53.517.658	94.693
2018	13.537.770	93.817.541	135.050
2021	6.657.031
2022	9.716.877	96.936.000	78.094
2023	10.541.421	88.895.000	82.439

Airlines and destinations

 

Aerial view of Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport

Passenger

Airlines	Destinations
AirAsia	Kuala Lumpur–International
Airfast Indonesia	Charter: Jakarta–Soekarno-Hatta, Solo, Surabaya, Timika
Batik Air	Denpasar,^[7] Jakarta–Soekarno-Hatta, Jayapura, Jeddah,^[8] Luwuk,^[9] Mamuju,^[10] Manokwari, Sorong, Surabaya, Timika
Citilink	Balikpapan,^[11] Denpasar,^[12] Jakarta–Soekarno-Hatta, Jayapura,^[13] Kendari,^[14] Manado, Surabaya^[15] Seasonal: Jeddah,^[16] Medina^[17]
Flynas	Charter: Jeddah
Garuda Indonesia	Denpasar,^[18] Gorontalo, Jakarta–Soekarno-Hatta, Kendari, Manado,^[19] Palu, Sorong Seasonal: Jeddah,^[Note 1] Medina^[20]
Lion Air	Ambon, Balikpapan, Banjarmasin,^[21] Biak, Denpasar, Gorontalo, Jakarta–Soekarno-Hatta, Jayapura, Kendari, Kupang,^[22] Langgur,^[a] Lombok,^[23] Manado, Manokwari, Merauke, Palu, Semarang,^[24] Sorong, Surabaya, Ternate, Timika, Yogyakarta–International^[9] Seasonal: Jeddah,^[25] Medina
Saudia	Seasonal: Jeddah,^[26] Medina
Scoot	Singapore
Sriwijaya Air	Biak, Denpasar, Jakarta–Soekarno-Hatta, Jayapura,^[b] Surabaya,^[27] Timika
Super Air Jet	Balikpapan,^[28] Denpasar,^[29] Jakarta–Soekarno-Hatta,^[30] Kendari,^[31] Pontianak, Samarinda,^[32] Surabaya,^[33] Tarakan,^[c] Ternate^[34]
Susi Air	Bone,^[35] Masamba,^[36] Selayar,^[37] Sorowako^[38]
Wings Air	Bau-Bau, Bima, Kolaka, Morowali,^[39] Palopo, Tana Toraja

1. Garuda Indonesia's flight from Makassar to Jeddah includes a stop-over in Medan. However, Garuda Indonesia does not have rights to transport passengers solely between Makassar and Medan.

1. Langgur is continuation of Ambon flight as same flight number
2. Jayapura is continuation of Biak flight as same flight number
3. Tarakan is continuation of Balikpapan flight as same flight number

Cargo

Airlines	Destinations
Garuda Cargo	Hong Kong, Singapore^[40]
Raindo United Services	Hong Kong,^[41] Jakarta–Soekarno–Hatta,^[42] Surabaya^[43]

Ground transportation

Bus

Shuttle airport buses operated by Perum DAMRI serve several destinations from Sultan Hasanuddin Airport.

Service	Destination	Fare
Sultan Hasanuddin Airport Bus
Damri	Pusat Kota / City Center Makassar	IDR 25,000

Car and taxi

Taxi and shuttle services are available through several companies.

Usage by Indonesian Air Force

 

Indonesian Air Force Sukhoi Su-30MK2 of the 11th Air Squadron at Sultan Hasanuddin Air Force Base

The airport also houses the Skadron Udara 5, 11 and 33 (5th, 11th and 33rd Air Squadrons). The 11th Squadron is equipped with Su-27SK, Su-30MK/Su-30MK2. The 5th Air Squadron is equipped with Boeing 737 and CN-235-MPA while 33rd Squadron operates C-130 Hercules.

Accidents and incidents

• October 31, 2003, Lion Air Flight 787, MD-82 Ambon-Makassar-Denpasar route, derailed while landing at Hasanuddin Airport, Makassar.^[44]
• February 3, 2005, Lion Air flight 791, MD-82 Ambon-Makassar route derailed while landing at Hasanuddin Airport, Makassar.
• May 6, 2005, Lion Air Flight 778, MD-82 on the Jakarta-Makassar route, a tire burst while landing at Hasanuddin Airport, Makassar. There were no fatalities in the accident case.^[45]
• Lion Air with flight 792, MD-82 on the Jakarta-Makassar-Gorontalo route on December 24, 2005, the plane's wheels slipped off the runway while landing at Hasanuddin Airport, Makassar.^[46]
• On December 24, 2006, a Boeing 737-400 with flight number 792, PK-LIJ for the Jakarta-Makassar-Gorontalo route skidded while landing at Hasanuddin Airport, Makassar.^[47]
• January 18, Lion Air's MD-82 aircraft on the Ambon-Makassar-Surabaya route skidded while landing at Hasanuddin Airport, Makassar.^[48]
• Wings Air aircraft flight number IW-1205 skidded on Runway 03-21, Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport, Makassar, while landing at around 16.30 WITA. The ATR 72-500 aircraft departed from Pomala, Southeast Sulawesi, with the aim of Makassar carrying 73 passengers: 53 men, 17 women, one child and two babies. “All passengers are safe”^[49]
• On September 25, 2014, a Sriwijaya Air Boeing 737 made a hard landing and 4 tyres blew up. No casualties occurred.^[50]
• On June 2, 2015, a Garuda Indonesia Boeing 737-800 overran the runway on landing at Makassar Airport. No casualties occurred.
• On July 1, 2020, a Garuda Indonesia type Airbus A330-300 aircraft with registration number PK-GHD serving the Makassar (UPG) - Jakarta (CGK) route with flight number GA-613 experienced an incident (derailed) on Runway 21, the aircraft was carrying 14 passengers and 12 crew members. There were no casualties from the incident.^[51]
• On February 17, 2021, a Garuda Indonesia Boeing 737-800 aircraft registered with PK-GFF must return to the airport after taking off with flight GA-642 to the destination. Gorontalo , after reporting engine failure; the engine, the right of the plane or engine number 2, black smoke came out. The aircraft landed safely and no injuries were reported, but the aircraft suffered the aforementioned engine failure.^[52]
• On May 18, 2022, the Lion Air Boeing 737-900ER aircraft registered PK-LHR for the Surabaya-Makassar route had to be diverted after the JT-800 aircraft hit a bird or bird strike while heading to Sultan Hasanuddin Makassar International Airport in Maros, South Sulawesi (UPG) .^[53]
• Sriwijaya Air aircraft flight number SJ567 made an emergency landing at Sultan Hasanuddin Airport, Makassar after experiencing left engine trouble. The damage occurred when the plane was en route from Makassar to Surabaya. All 177 passengers and crew survived.^[54]

Picture gallery

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  Farewell to Colonel Giebel of the K.N.I.L., on the airfield Mandai (1946)
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  Cees Taillie posing in front of a Dakota on the airfield Mandai (1949)
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  Departure drop off
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  One of the 12 jetbridges installed in UPG

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