Flying from Jakarta to Glasgow: what you need to know
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) is Jakarta's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Jakarta to Glasgow leaving from here.
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) are Glasgow's chief entry points.
The timezone in Glasgow is UTC+0, which is seven hours behind Jakarta.
Allow plenty of time to catch your Jakarta to Glasgow flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jakarta to Glasgow
To pick up cheap Jakarta to Glasgow flights, book as early as possible. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your plane ticket from Jakarta to Glasgow.
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Flying from Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Stopovers are a great opportunity to visit a new place or just have a break during your travels. When searching for a Jakarta to Glasgow flight, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. Dubai Airport (DXB) is an option if you're flying out of Soekarno-Hatta International Airport.
CGK is about 19 kilometres from central Jakarta. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Jakarta to Glasgow or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Of all flights leaving Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, 73.0% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Arriving in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to central Glasgow takes about 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 11 kilometres away.
It typically takes 35 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Jakarta to Glasgow, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near GLA:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Glasgow International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo and explore beyond Glasgow's usual tourist stops.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Glasgow International Airport around three weeks in advance of your Jakarta to Glasgow flight.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
The centre of Glasgow is located around 48 kilometres from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK). As soon as your flight from Jakarta to Glasgow has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 40 minutes.
The journey will take roughly 55 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to lay your head close to PIK. Tuck yourself in after your Jakarta to Glasgow flight at one of these perfectly located options:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Glasgow Prestwick Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar or Arnold Clark and get going in the blink of an eye.
Get first dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from PIK two weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Glasgow
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Jakarta to Glasgow. June is the busiest month to visit Glasgow. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in April.
Before locking in your Jakarta to Glasgow tickets, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Glasgow, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC to 20ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Jakarta to Glasgow in January when temperatures average between -1ºC and 7ºC.
More about Glasgow
Once you've booked your flight from Jakarta to Glasgow, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Glasgow:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum are must-visits when exploring Glasgow.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've visited Glasgow, now it's time to explore other parts of United Kingdom. Travel around 402 kilometres south-east to Birmingham to tick off its leading sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another side of United Kingdom, head for Edinburgh, about 64 kilometres east of Glasgow. Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat and National Museum of Scotland are among its highlights.
