Direct (nonstop) flights from Manado to Ujung Pandang

2 airlines fly nonstop from Sam Ratulangi (MDC) to Ujung Pandang (UPG). It's 587 miles (945 km), about 1h 45m in the air. Operated by Batik Air, Lion Air.

MDC
Sam Ratulangi
🇮🇩 Manado, Indonesia
✈
UPG
Ujung Pandang
🇮🇩 Ujung Pandang, Indonesia
Flight Time
1h 45m
Distance
587 mi
945 km
CO₂/pax
109 kg
−29 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Batik Air +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Batik Air Batik Air Lion Air Lion Air

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Batik Air ID Batik Air
Route
MDC → UPG
Flight Time
1h 45m
Distance
587 mi
Lion Air JT Lion Air
Route
MDC → UPG
Flight Time
1h 45m
Distance
587 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Manado to Ujung Pandang with one stop · direct emits 109 kg CO₂ per passenger

MDC → GTO (Gorontalo) → UPG
Leg 1: 1h 5m (156 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (454 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 138 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MDC → GTO
1h 5m · 156 mi
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Leg 2
GTO → UPG
1h 25m · 454 mi
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MDC → LUW (Luwuk) → UPG
Leg 1: 1h 30m (231 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (355 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 134 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MDC → LUW
1h 30m · 231 mi
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Leg 2
LUW → UPG
1h 10m · 355 mi
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MDC → BPN (Balikpapan) → UPG
Leg 1: 1h 40m (587 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (319 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 193 kg CO₂ (+77% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MDC → BPN
1h 40m · 587 mi
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Leg 2
BPN → UPG
1h 10m · 319 mi
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MDC → TTE (Ternate) → UPG
Leg 1: 1h 10m (176 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (676 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 183 kg CO₂ (+68% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MDC → TTE
1h 10m · 176 mi
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Leg 2
TTE → UPG
1h 50m · 676 mi
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MDC → SOQ (Sorong) → UPG
Leg 1: 1h 20m (471 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (860 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 271 kg CO₂ (+149% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MDC → SOQ
1h 20m · 471 mi
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Leg 2
SOQ → UPG
2h 10m · 860 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Manado to Ujung Pandang?

A nonstop flight from Manado (MDC) to Ujung Pandang (UPG) takes approximately 1 hours and 45 minutes. The distance is 587 miles (945 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Manado to Ujung Pandang?

2 airlines: Batik Air, Lion Air.

Is there a nonstop flight from Manado to Ujung Pandang?

Yes. 2 airlines: Batik Air, Lion Air.

How far is Manado from Ujung Pandang?

The flight distance from Manado to Ujung Pandang is 587 miles (945 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

What type of aircraft flies from Manado to Ujung Pandang?

At 1h 45m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Manado to Ujung Pandang?

Roughly 109 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 545 km.

Is the return flight from Ujung Pandang to Manado also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Manado to Ujung Pandang?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Sam Ratulangi for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.