Cheap Flights to North Sulawesi from $561 (2025/2026)

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Manado

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Manado
- Lembeh Straits - This strait is so beautiful. Lots of tiny islands, cliffs, beautiful view and of course beautiful and unique marine ecology. There are few beautiful resorts that will provide you with nice accommodation, such as BlackSands Retreat, Dabirahe @ Lembeh Hills and Kungkungan Bay resort. These resorts will help you to explore the beautiful underwater world of Lembeh Strait. Getting here is very easy as it's connected by road from the capital of North Sulawesi, Manado. It's about one and a half hour ride from Manado to here.

Pulau Lembeh

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Pulau Lembeh

How Much Does it Cost To Fly To North Sulawesi?

Prices found within past 7 days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Thu, Aug 28 - Tue, Sep 16
SEA
Seattle - Tacoma Intl.
MDC
Sam Ratulangi Intl.
$1,063 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$1,063
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Korean Air flight, departing Thu, Aug 28 from Seattle - Tacoma Intl. to Sam Ratulangi Intl., returning Tue, Sep 16, priced at $1,063 found 4 days ago
Wed, Aug 27 - Sun, Sep 7
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
MDC
Sam Ratulangi Intl.
$1,092 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,092
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Korean Air flight, departing Wed, Aug 27 from Los Angeles Intl. to Sam Ratulangi Intl., returning Sun, Sep 7, priced at $1,092 found 3 days ago
Mon, Aug 25 - Mon, Sep 1
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
MDC
Sam Ratulangi Intl.
$1,096 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$1,096
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Korean Air flight, departing Mon, Aug 25 from San Francisco Intl. to Sam Ratulangi Intl., returning Mon, Sep 1, priced at $1,096 found 3 hours ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
CGKManadoAugust 18 to August 22$339
CGKManadoAugust 18 to August 22$339
CGKTibawaSeptember 2 to September 4$373
CGKTibawaSeptember 2 to September 4$373
SINManadoOctober 31 to November 8$427
DPSManadoOctober 17 to October 25$505
HKGManadoAugust 26 to August 30$744
SANManadoNovember 13 to November 24$1,295
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
CGKManadoAugust 8 to August 10$303
CGKManadoAugust 8 to August 10$303
KULManadoAugust 8 to August 10$604
*Prices include taxes and fees

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Four Points by Sheraton Manado

Four Points by Sheraton Manado

4 out of 5
Jalan Piere Tendean Boulevard, Sario, Manado
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Manado. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Manado Town Square and Mega Mall are located nearby.
8.4/10 Very Good! (161 reviews)
Nice stay
"Our flight was delayed, so we found this hotel to spend the night. It's a very nice, comfortable hotel with a lovely pool where you can watch the sunset with your feet in the water."

Reviewed on Jul 22, 2025

Four Points by Sheraton Manado
Luwansa Hotel & Convention Center Manado

Luwansa Hotel & Convention Center Manado

4 out of 5
68 Jl. Pomurow, Manado, Sulawesi Utara
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Manado. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Manado Town Square and Public Museum of North Sulawesi are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
"Our family had stayed here many times. The best customer service. Very nice hotel and excellent breakfast buffet. Highly recommended."

Reviewed on Jan 19, 2025

Luwansa Hotel & Convention Center Manado
Novotel Manado Golf Resort & Convention Center

Novotel Manado Golf Resort & Convention Center

4 out of 5
Jalan A.A Maramis Kayuwatu, Kairagi II, Manado, North Sulawesi
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Manado. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and a golf course. Popular attractions Wenang Golf Club and Ban Hin Kiong are located nearby.
8/10 Very Good! (175 reviews)
"Personnel were very helpful and accommodating. Polite staff."

Reviewed on Aug 6, 2024

Novotel Manado Golf Resort & Convention Center
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Whiz Prime Hotel Megamas Manado

Whiz Prime Hotel Megamas Manado

3 out of 5
Jalan Piere Tendean Boulevard, Megamas, Manado, North Sulawesi
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Manado. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and onsite spa services. Popular attractions Mega Mall and Manado Town Square are located nearby.
7.8/10 Good! (34 reviews)
"It's quite a nice hotel compared to hotels in Indonesia in general, no doubt about it. Many westerners might find it less nice than what they prefer or are used to, but it is indeed one of the best hotels in the city, and considering the relatively low per-night price, it was quite comfortable."

Reviewed on Jul 11, 2025

Whiz Prime Hotel Megamas Manado
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Frequently asked questions

How much is the cheapest flight to North Sulawesi?
Based on prices found over the last seven days on Travelocity, a roundtrip flight to North Sulawesi started at as little as $303. If you can be flexible with your dates, it makes it easy to land a great bargain. This price was available on Travelocity for flights to North Sulawesi departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Which airlines fly to North Sulawesi?
With 5 airlines flying into North Sulawesi, finding the right fare should be a snap. If you're planning to land in Manado, consider the well-established carrier, Wings Air (Indonesia). It operates roughly 203 services to this wonderful city per month.
What is the cheapest month to fly to North Sulawesi?
August is the cheapest month to hop on a plane to North Sulawesi — that's based on Travelocity's direct return flight demand between January and December last year. We're here to help you find an amazing deal so you can start organizing your escape today.
How can I check my flight status to North Sulawesi?
Whether you'd like to view the status of your flight to North Sulawesi or change your itinerary, you'll find everything you need on our customer portal, Trips. Click on "Trips" at the top of our homepage, then sign in or create a new account. Another simple way to manage all your bookings is with the Travelocity app. Get alerts about flight delays or gate changes and share updates with any family flying with you.
How do I find the best deals on flights to North Sulawesi?
One of the easiest ways to pick up an epic deal is to be flexible with your travel dates. First, search for your flight to North Sulawesi, then hit "Flexible dates" above your results. You'll see the prices for the surrounding dates. Want another great tip? Book well ahead of time. To give you an idea of airfares, $303 was the most affordable price for a return flight to North Sulawesi in the last seven days on our site. This price was available on Travelocity for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
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What are the most popular flight routes to North Sulawesi?
To help you choose your flights to North Sulawesi, here's a list of some of the busiest routes:

  • Jakarta (CGK-Soekarno-Hatta Intl.) to Sam Ratulangi Intl. Airport (MDC) - 1,096 flights a month.
  • Ternate (TTE) to Sam Ratulangi Intl. Airport (MDC) - 918 flights a month.
  • Makassar (UPG-Sultan Hasanuddin Intl.) to Sam Ratulangi Intl. Airport (MDC) - 680 flights a month.

How much is a flight to North Sulawesi on average?
Plane tickets for roundtrip flights to North Sulawesi cost between $303 and $1,295 in the last seven days. As soon as you see a terrific deal, snap it up and get ready to enjoy your next fun adventure with Travelocity. These prices were available on Travelocity for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
How long is the average flight to North Sulawesi?
The length of your direct flight to North Sulawesi is mostly dependent on your starting point. For some idea of what to expect, here are the average flight times for some leading routes to North Sulawesi:

  • Jakarta (CGK-Soekarno-Hatta Intl.) to Sam Ratulangi Intl. Airport (MDC) - 3 hours and 25 minutes
  • Ternate (TTE) to Sam Ratulangi Intl. Airport (MDC) - 58 minutes
  • Makassar (UPG-Sultan Hasanuddin Intl.) to Sam Ratulangi Intl. Airport (MDC) - 1 hour and 50 minutes

What can I expect on a flight to North Sulawesi?
That depends an on a few factors. Is your flight to North Sulawesi going to take hours or minutes? Will you book with a full-service airline or a low-cost option? These things will influence your experience on board. If you're traveling long haul, many airlines include drinks, hot meals and entertainment. Low-cost carriers are an excellent option when it comes to quick trips or cheap flights for family vacations. However, they generally won't have the same inclusions as a full-service carrier.

Destinations in North Sulawesi

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.