Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK): what you need to know
7 hours 53 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. Jakarta is 4 hours behind Sydney and is in the UTC+7 timezone.
You can choose from 47 weekly flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. The 11:45 departure with Garuda Indonesia is the earliest flight available between SYD and CGK. Garuda Indonesia operates the latest service of the day at 23:55 if you're not into early starts.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Qantas is your ticket to exploring Jakarta (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Indonesia!). Look through the direct flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport offered by this airline.
If you'd like a stopover for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and explore your options. Here are the top stopovers between SYD and CGK:
Ngurah Rai International Airport
Changi International Airport
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
To find out whether you need a visa to enter Indonesia, check with your carrier and the local embassy or consulate. They'll give you the most up-to-date details, including additional travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from SYD to CGK.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport is Rs46,140. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs80,204. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book 1 month before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap flights from SYD to CGK.
The cheapest month for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Sydney. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 21 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 27 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to SYD? If you're boarding an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CGK instead:
Getting from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to central Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Jakarta. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 36 minutes.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 1 hour and 29 minutes.
When to fly to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Jakarta. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Jakarta is October, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
July has average temperatures of between 24ºC and 31ºC. Search for cheap flights from SYD to CGK sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Jakarta
If you're looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the best stays in Jakarta right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from SYD to CGK:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. National Monument of Indonesia, Danau Taman Mini Indonesia Indah and Istiqlal Mosque are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Jakarta itinerary.
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