Travelling from Don Mueang Airport (DMK) to Soekarno-Hatta Airport (CGK): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Don Mueang Airport to Soekarno-Hatta Airport is 3 hours 30 minutes.
There are 37 Don Mueang Airport to Soekarno-Hatta Airport flights every week.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your DMK to CGK flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
With direct flights from Don Mueang Airport to Soekarno-Hatta Airport operated by a number of airlines, getting to Jakarta (and then other destinations in Indonesia) is easy. Here's who you can fly nonstop with:
Indonesia AirAsia is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
Among carriers operating DMK to CGK flights, Indonesia AirAsia has the best record for on-time arrivals.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Don Mueang Airport to Soekarno-Hatta Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between DMK and CGK:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Singapore Changi Airport
Penang Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Don Mueang Airport (DMK) to Soekarno-Hatta Airport (CGK)
Right now, R 1,596 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Don Mueang Airport to Soekarno-Hatta Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 2,814. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book nine months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from DMK to CGK.
Plan your trip for February. That's the cheapest month for flights from Don Mueang Airport to Soekarno-Hatta Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from DMK to CGK by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Don Mueang Airport to Soekarno-Hatta Airport.
Handy information about Don Mueang Airport (DMK)
60% of flights that depart Don Mueang Airport land at their destination on time.
Don Mueang Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Bangkok. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near DMK. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Don Mueang Airport to Soekarno-Hatta Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Soekarno-Hatta Airport (CGK)
Consider booking a hotel near CGK if you're catching a late Don Mueang Airport to Soekarno-Hatta Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Soekarno-Hatta 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 you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Soekarno-Hatta Airport about one week ahead.
Getting from Soekarno-Hatta Airport (CGK) to central Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Jakarta. The time it takes to get to the centre by ride-share or taxi depends on the time of day, so do a little research before you go.
When to fly to Soekarno-Hatta Airport (CGK)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Don Mueang Airport to Soekarno-Hatta Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Jakarta. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Don Mueang Airport to Soekarno-Hatta Airport for October if you want to go to Jakarta during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from DMK to CGK in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
Explore more of Indonesia
You've seen Jakarta, now it's time to explore more of Indonesia. Journey around 121 kilometres south-east to Bandung to tick off its top sights. From Gedung Merdeka to Museum Gedung Sate and Masjid Agung Bandung, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Next? Make your way to Bekasi. It's roughly 19 kilometres east of Jakarta and boasts highlights like Hutan Kota Bekasi.