Travelling from Jakarta to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK): 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 Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) departing from here.
Expect to be in the air for 3 hours 30 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct Jakarta to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight.
Jakarta and Bangkok (where Suvarnabhumi Airport is located) share the UTC+7 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch once you land.
With 29 direct flights a week between the two airports, Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is the busiest route. Garuda Indonesia operates the earliest flight at 9:35am. If you're eager to make the most of your day before taking off, the last flight from CGK to BKK is with Ethiopian Airlines at 8:50pm.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Jakarta to BKK. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
High season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Reach your destination without the detour from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK). Direct flights from Jakarta to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) operate from here.
Top carriers that offer direct flights from Jakarta to Suvarnabhumi Airport leaving from CGK include:
The majority of travellers prefer to book seats with Thai Airways International from CGK to BKK.
Thai Airways International is the top-ranked carrier for punctuality on this route.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Jakarta to BKK. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these airports:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
Travelling from central Jakarta to CGK takes about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Jakarta to Suvarnabhumi Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Of the flights that depart from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, 73.0% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP)
Break up your flight from Jakarta to Suvarnabhumi Airport with a stop at Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS). One of the main stopovers between Halim Perdanakusuma Airport and BKK, it's the perfect opportunity to unwind before your onward flight.
With public transport, you can travel from central Jakarta to HLP in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 14 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 25 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Jakarta to BKK flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Halim Perdanakusuma Airport:
About Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Jakarta to Suvarnabhumi Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near BKK instead:
Grab a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car and explore Bangkok and beyond with your own set of wheels. Chic Car Rent, asap car hire and Hertz are popular providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Jakarta to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok
The centre of Bangkok is roughly 27 kilometres from Suvarnabhumi Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary based on traffic conditions, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
It takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jakarta to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Currently, R 1,463 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Jakarta to Suvarnabhumi Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 3,072. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book two months before you travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Jakarta to BKK.
Plan your trip for July. That's the best month for landing an incredible deal on Jakarta to Suvarnabhumi Airport tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Jakarta to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Jakarta to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). July is the busiest month to visit Bangkok. If you like your getaways a little more chill, think about going in April.
The warmest month in Bangkok is April, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your Jakarta to BKK plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from Jakarta to Suvarnabhumi Airport in December if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
More about Bangkok
After booking your flight from Jakarta to Suvarnabhumi Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bangkok:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew and The Royal Place 2 are popular attractions which should feature on every Bangkok itinerary.
Explore more of Thailand
Bangkok has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Thailand waiting to be discovered. About 209 kilometres north-east of Bangkok, a trip to Nakhon Ratchasima will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Night Safari Korat, Saveone Night Market and Butterfly Park.
Rayong is another sought-after destination in Thailand and is around 129 kilometres south-east of Bangkok. No trip is complete without seeing Saeng Chan Beach, Mae Rumphueng Beach and Mae Ramphueng Beach.
