Flying from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport.
Bangkok and Jakarta are in the UTC+7 timezone. That means there's no time difference to consider.
Choose from 71 weekly Suvarnabhumi Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport flights. The 08:00 departure with Thai Airways International is the earliest flight available. Thai Airways International operates the latest service of the day at 14:25.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your BKK to CGK flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
With direct flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport available through a range of airlines, flying to Jakarta (and then other parts of Indonesia) is easy. Here's who you can travel nonstop with:
Most passengers choose to travel with Ethiopian Airlines on this route.
Ethiopian Airlines stands out as the most punctual carrier for BKK to CGK flights, with 88.57% of its services landing as scheduled.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between BKK and CGK include:
Changi International Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Penang International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Currently, R 1,205 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Suvarnabhumi Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 2,418. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Score cheap tickets from BKK to CGK by booking at least seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from BKK to CGK by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport.
Handy information about Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
When it comes to Suvarnabhumi Airport's on-time performance, 67.87% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To get to Suvarnabhumi Airport from central Bangkok, it'll take around 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near BKK. Whether you're taking an early flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
If you have a late Suvarnabhumi Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near CGK:
Grab a Soekarno-Hatta International Airport rental car and explore Jakarta and beyond with your own set of wheels. TRAC Astra Rent A Car, Avis and Europcar are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to central Jakarta
From Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, Jakarta is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
The quietest month for a flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Jakarta based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Jakarta is October, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from BKK to CGK in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
Explore more of Indonesia
Bandung is just one of the many places in Indonesia waiting to be discovered once you've seen Jakarta. Around 121 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Braga Street, Gedung Sate and Bandung Geological Museum (Museum Geologi).
If you're ready to explore another side of Indonesia, head for Bekasi, about 19 kilometres east of Jakarta. TUGU BEKASI JAKARTA TENGGARA, Hutan Kota Bekasi and Taman Putri are key reasons to visit.