Travelling from Jakarta to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ): What you need to know
Your travel plans take shape at one of Jakarta's main airports, Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) or Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP). Explore your options for booking a flight from Jakarta to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ) setting off from either of these.
The average duration of a direct Jakarta to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport flight is 2 hours 45 minutes.
Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport is located in Banda Aceh. The city's timezone is UTC+7 — the same as Jakarta.
The most popular route is from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ), with 32 direct services every week. If you're eager to be on your way, the earliest flight from CGK to BTJ is the 7:30am Garuda Indonesia option. If you're looking to take off later, the final departure is at 3:25pm with Batik Air.
To ensure you catch your flight from Jakarta to BTJ, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Jakarta to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ) take off from this terminal.
At CGK, there's a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Jakarta to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport, including:
Most passengers prefer to book seats with Garuda Indonesia from CGK to BTJ.
Garuda Indonesia sets the standard for punctuality. An impressive 80.7% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.
CGK is about 32 kilometres from central Jakarta. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Jakarta to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport:
73.0% of flights that take off from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP)
HLP is around 14 kilometres from central Jakarta. It'll take 25 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Jakarta to BTJ flight? Kick back in a hotel near Halim Perdanakusuma Airport before your break officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
About Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ)
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How to find the cheapest flights from Jakarta to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Jakarta to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport is R 1,480. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 3,230. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To snag cheap flights from Jakarta to BTJ, book your ticket one month before your departure date.
June is when you're most likely to find a fantastic deal on a Jakarta to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from Jakarta to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Jakarta to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ). August is the peak month for travel to Banda Aceh. If crowds aren't your thing, head there in February.
The warmest month in Banda Aceh is June, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Jakarta to BTJ plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Jakarta to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport in January when temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
More about Banda Aceh
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Banda Aceh right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Jakarta to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport:
Your Banda Aceh visit won't be complete without checking out the sights. Top attractions worth exploring include Aceh Tsunami Museum, Baiturrahim Mosque and Pantai Ulee Lheue.
Explore more of Indonesia
Meulaboh is just one of the many cities in Indonesia waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Banda Aceh. Around 177 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Tugu Tsunami Gampong Pasir, Varia Baru Aquarium and PEUNAGA BEACH.
Around 145 kilometres east of Banda Aceh, Bireun is another favourite stop in Indonesia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Sulthan Jeumpa Great Mosque, Rumoh Aceh Cot Trieng and Pantai Krueng Juli Barat.
