How to find cheap flights to Jakarta
£214 is the cheapest price for a one-way flight to Jakarta. Or you can book a round-trip fare for £342.
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Indirect routes are usually cheaper, so consider taking a flight with a stop. Simply uncheck the 'Direct flights' box when searching for your tickets.
Best time to go to Jakarta
If you have flexible travel dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest month, and even day of the year, to fly.
To experience the city at its liveliest, lock in your flights for July. Travelling during peak seasons often means more things to do compared to other times of the year.
February is the quietest month to travel if you're after a more relaxed pace. There's also a good chance you'll find cheaper prices on plane tickets to Jakarta then.
The weather can make or break a trip, so consider the kind of conditions you prefer to travel in. Jakarta is warmest in October, averaging between 25ºC and 32ºC.
July is when temperatures are at their coolest, between 24ºC and 31ºC.
August comes with a lower chance of grey skies. With eight days of rainfall on average, this is the driest month in Jakarta.
January has the wettest weather. You can expect around 24 days of rainfall.
Flying to Jakarta: what you need to know
There are a few airports to consider for your Jakarta flight. Check out your options for jetting into Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) or Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP).
The majority of travellers land at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK), the city's busiest airport.
Fly to your destination without any detours. These are some of the leading airlines that offer direct flights to Jakarta:
When you touch down in Jakarta, you'll be in the UTC+7 timezone.
Find the right stay to go with your flight. Check out these hotels once you've booked your plane ticket:
Getting to central Jakarta from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Central Jakarta is about 32 kms (20 miles) from CGK, the city's main airport.
You'll get to the centre in around 35 minutes if you're taking a cab or ride-share after your flight to Jakarta.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Take your pick of comfortable hotels near Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. Check in and relax at one of these after your flight to Jakarta:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a car hire at CGK. Line up your ride with TRAC Astra Rent A Car, Avis or Europcar and experience parts of Jakarta that aren't in every guidebook.
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport serves Jakarta and nearby areas in Jakarta, Indonesia.
Jakarta highlights
Jump off your flight to Jakarta and make a beeline for these well-known attractions:
Monumen Nasional: Around 0.16 kms (0.10 miles) south of the centre in Kotamadya Jakarta Pusat, this landmark is one of the city's most familiar stops.
Antique Market: You'll find this shopping area roughly 3 kms (2 miles) southeast of the centre in Kotamadya Jakarta Pusat. Break up your day with a little spending while exploring Jakarta.
Istiqlal Mosque: Want more reasons to visit Jakarta? This landmark pulls in the crowds and is about 0.64 kms (0.40 miles) northeast of the city centre in Kotamadya Jakarta Pusat.
Explore more of Indonesia
Up for more exploring? Bandung is an essential stop in Indonesia. It's around 121 kms (75 miles) southeast of Jakarta and features Gedung Merdeka, Jalan Asia Afrika and KidCity Trans Studio Mall Bandung.
Bekasi could easily become your new favourite place in Indonesia. You'll find it roughly 21 kms (13 miles) east of Jakarta. Taman Putri, Hutan Kota Bekasi and Tupperware Bekasi stand out as key sights.
Or make your way to Tangerang, roughly 21 kms (13 miles) west of Jakarta. Tropikana Waterpark Cimone, Marcopolo Waterpark and Lotus Flower Garden are among the many reasons to go.
Complete your trip with a Jakarta car hire
Want to rent a car in the city? Choose from a selection of car rentals in Jakarta and go where you want, when you want. With one easy search, compare rates and book the best deal after locking in your hotel and cheap flight to Jakarta.