Makassar, Indonesia
Air freight in Makassar
Ziem Logistics books air freight to and from Makassar via Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG). We arrange pick-up and delivery in the Makassar area and prepare the customs entries before the cargo flies. For air freight to and from Indonesia we issue our own air waybills.
Airports, seaports and connections in Makassar
- AirportSultan Hasanuddin
UPG - SeaportMakassar New Port
Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (UPG), north-east of Makassar, is the main airport of Sulawesi and a hub for domestic flights across eastern Indonesia. International air freight usually connects via Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) in Jakarta or Juanda International Airport (SUB) in Surabaya. Sea freight runs through Makassar New Port, the city's new container terminal, alongside the older Soekarno-Hatta Port in the city centre.
Toll roads connect Makassar's port area with the airport, and the Trans-Sulawesi road runs north towards Parepare and the rest of the island. Makassar is a hub for inter-island shipping across eastern Indonesia, connecting Sulawesi with Kalimantan, Maluku and Papua. We arrange pick-up and delivery in the Makassar area.
Operational logistics facts for Makassar
| Hub | Specialisation | Local advantage |
|---|---|---|
| Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (UPG) | Domestic hub and regional air freight | Main airport for Sulawesi and eastern Indonesia |
| Makassar New Port | Containers and regional shipping | New container terminal for Sulawesi |
| Inter-island shipping hub | Domestic sea freight to eastern Indonesia | Connections to Kalimantan, Maluku and Papua |
| Sulawesi mining and agriculture | Nickel mining, cocoa, coffee, seafood | Spare parts by air, commodity exports by sea |
Industries in Makassar and how we support them
Makassar is the gateway to Sulawesi and eastern Indonesia. The region exports fisheries products, seaweed, cocoa, coffee from Toraja and other agricultural goods, while nickel mining in South and Central Sulawesi drives demand for machinery, spare parts and services. Ziem Logistics supports these supply chains with air freight via UPG and CGK on our own air waybills, Next Flight Out for urgent mining spare parts, On-Board Couriers for critical components and sea freight via Makassar New Port. Customs clearance is handled by a partner team in the Ziem network, under the Ziem Logistics brand and to our procedures.
Time-critical air freight in Makassar
For time-critical shipments we compare two options: Next Flight Out via Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) on the first suitable flight, or an On-Board Courier who hand-carries the goods to the Makassar area. In both cases the customs entries are prepared in advance.
Our own air waybills in Indonesia
We issue our own air waybills for shipments to and from Indonesia. We book directly with the airline, control the shipment data and can make changes without waiting for a third party.
Customs clearance in Indonesia
Ziem network
Customs clearance in Indonesia is handled by a partner team in the Ziem network, under the Ziem Logistics brand and to our procedures.
For air freight to and from Indonesia we issue our own air waybills.
Importers in Indonesia need a business identification number (NIB) that also serves as the importer ID.
Frequently asked questions
How does international air freight reach Makassar?
Most international shipments fly into CGK or SUB on our own air waybill and connect to UPG on a domestic flight. We plan the routing and transfer for each booking and confirm cut-off times.
Can you send urgent mining spare parts to Sulawesi?
Yes. We book Next Flight Out to UPG via Jakarta or Surabaya and arrange onward transport to the site. For critical parts, an On-Board Courier can carry them all the way.
Can you ship seafood or seaweed from Makassar?
Yes, provided the products meet the destination's import rules, such as health certificates. Seaweed and dried products often go by sea, while fresh seafood goes by air. We check the requirements before booking.
How do I get a quote for air freight to or from Makassar?
Send us the origin, destination, goods description, weight and dimensions. Our operations desk replies with a routing via Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG) and an itemised quote.