Direct (nonstop) flights from Palu to Ujung Pandang

4 airlines fly nonstop from Mutiara (PLW) to Ujung Pandang (UPG). It's 286 miles (461 km), about 1h 10m in the air. Operated by Garuda Indonesia, Batik Air, Lion Air and others.

PLW
Mutiara
🇮🇩 Palu, Indonesia
✈
UPG
Ujung Pandang
🇮🇩 Ujung Pandang, Indonesia
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
286 mi
461 km
CO₂/pax
53 kg
−45 kg vs. layover
Airlines
4
Garuda Indonesia +3
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Garuda Indonesia Garuda Indonesia Batik Air Batik Air Lion Air Lion Air Indonesia AirAsia Indonesia AirAsia

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Garuda Indonesia GA Garuda Indonesia
Route
PLW → UPG
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
286 mi
Batik Air ID Batik Air
Route
PLW → UPG
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
286 mi
Lion Air JT Lion Air
Route
PLW → UPG
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
286 mi
Indonesia AirAsia QZ Indonesia AirAsia
Route
PLW → UPG
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
286 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Palu to Ujung Pandang with one stop · direct emits 53 kg CO₂ per passenger

PLW → MOH (Morowali) → UPG
Leg 1: 1h (150 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (245 mi) Total: ~2h 20m 🍃 98 kg CO₂ (+85% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PLW → MOH
1h · 150 mi
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Leg 2
MOH → UPG
1h 20m · 245 mi
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PLW → LUW (Luwuk) → UPG
Leg 1: 1h 10m (198 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (355 mi) Total: ~2h 20m 🍃 128 kg CO₂ (+142% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PLW → LUW
1h 10m · 198 mi
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Leg 2
LUW → UPG
1h 10m · 355 mi
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PLW → BPN (Balikpapan) → UPG
Leg 1: 1h 15m (209 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (319 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 123 kg CO₂ (+132% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PLW → BPN
1h 15m · 209 mi
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Leg 2
BPN → UPG
1h 10m · 319 mi
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PLW → SUB (Surabaya) → UPG
Leg 1: 1h 50m (661 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (490 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 238 kg CO₂ (+349% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PLW → SUB
1h 50m · 661 mi
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Leg 2
SUB → UPG
1h 30m · 490 mi
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PLW → CGK (Jakarta) → UPG
Leg 1: 2h 28m (982 mi) Leg 2: 2h 25m (890 mi) Total: ~4h 53m 🍃 356 kg CO₂ (+572% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PLW → CGK
2h 28m · 982 mi
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Leg 2
CGK → UPG
2h 25m · 890 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Palu (PLW) to Ujung Pandang (UPG) takes approximately 1 hours and 10 minutes. The distance is 286 miles (461 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Palu to Ujung Pandang?

4 airlines: Garuda Indonesia, Batik Air, Lion Air, Indonesia AirAsia.

Is there a nonstop flight from Palu to Ujung Pandang?

Yes. 4 airlines: Garuda Indonesia, Batik Air, Lion Air, Indonesia AirAsia.

How far is Palu from Ujung Pandang?

The flight distance from Palu to Ujung Pandang is 286 miles (461 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Palu to Ujung Pandang?

At 1h 10m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 53 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 265 km.

Is the return flight from Ujung Pandang to Palu 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 Palu 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 Mutiara for this flight?

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