Flying from Bangkok to Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK): What you need to know
Start your holiday planning by working out where you'll take off for your flight from Bangkok to Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK). Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) and Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) are Bangkok's main airports.
3 hours 35 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Bangkok to Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta International Airport flight.
Jakarta (where Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta International Airport is located) and Bangkok share the UTC+7 timezone. You can plan your trip without factoring in timezone differences.
With 28 direct flights a week between the two airports, Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) to Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) is the most popular route. Thai Airways International operates the earliest flight at 8am. If you prefer to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest departure from BKK to CGK is with Garuda Indonesia at 8:35pm.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your flight from Bangkok to CGK.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like February. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and up to four hours for international flights. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in Bangkok
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Go straight to your destination from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK). Direct flights from Bangkok to Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) operate from here.
At BKK, you can choose from various carriers operating direct flights from Bangkok to Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, such as:
The majority of passengers prefer to fly with Thai Airways between BKK and CGK.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals rate on this route is Ethiopian Airlines.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Bangkok to CGK leaving from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
BKK is about 31 kilometres from central Bangkok. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Bangkok to Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport, 73% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
You can book a direct Bangkok to Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) plane ticket with departures from Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). Work out whether departing from DMK makes the most sense for you.
You can pick from a range of airlines offering direct flights from Bangkok to CGK departing from DMK. Set off with any of these carriers and skip the layovers:
On the DMK to CGK route, Indonesia AirAsia is the favourite choice for most passengers.
Among the carriers operating flights between Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport and Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, Indonesia AirAsia has the best record for on-time arrivals.
Break up your flight from Bangkok to Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some popular stopovers between Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport and CGK are:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Penang International Airport (PEN)
On public transport, you can travel from central Bangkok to DMK in around 1 hour 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 24 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport the day before your Bangkok to CGK flight:
Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time performance of 60%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights departing from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
About Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Consider booking a hotel close to CGK if you're catching a late flight from Bangkok to Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and say goodnight sooner:
Booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Bangkok to Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta International Airport is R 1,753. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 3,257. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Get cheap flights from Bangkok to CGK by booking nine months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding a bargain.
The best month for landing cheap Bangkok to Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta International Airport tickets is February. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Bangkok to Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
January is when most people book flights from Bangkok to Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK). Plan your visit to Jakarta in December for a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Jakarta is October, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Bangkok to CGK plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Bangkok to Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in July when temperatures are between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
More about Jakarta
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Jakarta right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Bangkok to Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta International Airport:
Monumen Nasional and TeamLab Future Park Plaza Indonesia are a couple of major attractions to put on your Jakarta itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Istiqlal Mosque.
Explore more of Indonesia
Jakarta has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Indonesia waiting to be discovered. Around 137 kilometres southeast of Jakarta, a visit to Bandung will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Gedung Merdeka, Museum Gedung Sate and Masjid Agung Bandung.
Around 177 kilometres northwest of Jakarta, Bandar Lampung is another favourite stop in Indonesia. Start your sightseeing at Way Kambas National Park, Al Furqon Grand Mosque and Heritage Path of the 1883 Eruption of Krakatoa - Monumen Krakatau.