Sometimes getting completely lost is the way to truly find yourself. That said, before you collect the keys to a rental car, it's helpful to know some basic info about Makassar Airport (UPG-Sultan Hasanuddin Intl.) --- like where it sits on the map!Makassar Airport (UPG-Sultan Hasanuddin Intl.) is about 8 miles to the northeast from downtown Makassar.