Travelling from Ottawa to Jakarta: what you need to know
Ottawa's main base, Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW), is where countless awesome holidays begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Ottawa to Jakarta.
Disembark at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK), the major arrival point in Jakarta.
To ensure you don't miss your Ottawa to Jakarta flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. A good rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Jakarta
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap Ottawa to Jakarta flight. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Ottawa to Jakarta throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Flying from Ottawa
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
YOW is around 11 kms (7 miles) from central Ottawa. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Ottawa to Jakarta, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
58.21% of flights leaving from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.
Arriving in Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
The distance from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to central Jakarta is roughly 19 kms (12 miles). It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Ottawa to Jakarta. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CGK instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Soekarno-Hatta International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from TRAC Astra Rent A Car, Avis or Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Jakarta and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport about one week in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP)
As soon as your flight from Ottawa to Jakarta has arrived, you can reach the city centre in around 25 minutes by car. Central Jakarta is roughly 11 kms (7 miles) from Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP).
The journey will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Best time to go to Jakarta
July is the busiest month for flights from Ottawa to Jakarta. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Jakarta in February.
Before locking in your Ottawa to Jakarta tickets, consider what kind of weather you prefer. October is the warmest month in Jakarta, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Ottawa to Jakarta in July when temperatures average between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
More about Jakarta
After booking your flight from Ottawa to Jakarta, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these options your base for exploring Jakarta:
National Monument of Indonesia and Danau Taman Mini Indonesia Indah are just two of the big attractions to put on your Jakarta travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Istiqlal Mosque.
Explore more of Indonesia
Jakarta is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Indonesia you'll want to see. Around 75 miles south-east of Jakarta, a visit to Bandung will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Braga Street, Gedung Sate and Bandung Geological Museum (Museum Geologi).
Around 12 miles east of Jakarta, Bekasi is another favourite stop in Indonesia. No visit is complete without checking out TUGU BEKASI JAKARTA TENGGARA, Hutan Kota Bekasi and Taman Putri.
