Travelling from Jakarta to Los Angeles: what you need to know
Jakarta's main base, Soekarno-Hatta Airport (CGK), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Jakarta to Los Angeles.
When it comes to working out where to land in Los Angeles, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Los Angeles Van Nuys Airport (VNY) are the major entry points.
Los Angeles's timezone is UTC-8, which makes Los Angeles 15 hours behind Jakarta.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your Jakarta to Los Angeles flight.
Flying during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jakarta to Los Angeles
To find cheap Jakarta to Los Angeles flights, book early. Airlines typically offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest plane tickets from Jakarta to Los Angeles throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Find an affordable Jakarta to Los Angeles flight with the help of our filters. Select your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Flying from Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta Airport (CGK)
We make it a breeze to book a Jakarta to Los Angeles flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Soekarno-Hatta Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE)
Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
The distance from central Jakarta to CGK is roughly 19 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the best way to get there, whether you prefer to drive or use public transport.
Have an early flight from Jakarta to Los Angeles? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near Soekarno-Hatta Airport:
Of all flights departing from Soekarno-Hatta Airport, 73% land on time at their destination.
Arriving in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles takes around 35 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
It usually takes 1 hour to get there on public transport.
Consider booking a hotel close to LAX if you have a late flight from Jakarta to Los Angeles. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Los Angeles International Airport rental car and discover Los Angeles and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are leading providers you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Los Angeles International Airport about one week ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
The street address for LAX is One World Way.
Los Angeles Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
As soon as your flight from Jakarta to Los Angeles has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Los Angeles is roughly 27 kilometres from Los Angeles Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
The journey will take about 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to lay your head close to VNY. Tuck yourself in after your Jakarta to Los Angeles flight at one of these well-located options:
Forget about public transport schedules or taxi lines. Grab a Los Angeles Van Nuys Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Check out the rates and availability from Budget, Dollar and Hertz.
Generally speaking, the earlier you book, the better the deals and choice of vehicles. Secure your ride from VNY as soon as you've confirmed your plans.
Best time to go to Los Angeles
July is the busiest month for flights from Jakarta to Los Angeles. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Los Angeles in March.
The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Jakarta to Los Angeles ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Jakarta to Los Angeles in February when temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
More about Los Angeles
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Los Angeles right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Jakarta to Los Angeles:
Hollywood Sign and Universal Studios Hollywood are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Los Angeles to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Hollywood Bowl.
Explore more of the United States
San Diego is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometres to the southeast, check out popular attractions including San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
San Jose is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 499 kilometres northwest of Los Angeles. No journey is complete without seeing Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
