Travelling from Houston to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK): What you need to know
Houston is home to a couple of airports that set the stage for your next getaway. Check out your options for booking a flight from Houston to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
The timezone in Jakarta is UTC+7, which is 12 hours ahead of Houston. Soekarno-Hatta International Airport is located in Jakarta.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from Houston to CGK. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading away during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
We make it simple to find cheap flights from Houston to CGK that include a stopover. To explore the options departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between IAH and CGK include:
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Located around 27 kilometres from the centre of Houston, IAH can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Houston to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are the answer:
Of the flights that depart from George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 78.42% land on schedule at their destination.
The address for IAH is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
With public transport, you can travel from central Houston to HOU in about 1 hour 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 20 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near William P. Hobby Airport the day before your Houston to CGK flight:
William P. Hobby Airport has earned its reputation for punctuality. 81.06% of flights out of here arrive right on target.
You'll find HOU at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Houston to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CGK instead:
Pick up a Soekarno-Hatta International Airport rental car and explore Jakarta and beyond with your own set of wheels. TRAC Astra Rent A Car, Avis and Europcar are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle around one week ahead of your Houston to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport flight.
Getting from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to central Jakarta
Central Jakarta is around 19 kilometres from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
R 8,160 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Houston to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. A return flight starts at R 16,972. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Houston to CGK if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
Affordable Houston to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Houston to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK). July is the peak month for travel to Jakarta. If you like things a bit more low-key, go in February.
The warmest month in Jakarta is October, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Houston to CGK plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
July sees temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Houston to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Jakarta
Start your Jakarta trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Houston to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are plenty of things to do in Jakarta when you're ready to go sightseeing. Head straight for Monumen Nasional followed by TeamLab Future Park Plaza Indonesia and Istiqlal Mosque.
Explore more of Indonesia
Bandung is just one of the many places in Indonesia waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Jakarta. Around 137 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Gedung Merdeka, Jalan Asia Afrika and KidCity Trans Studio Mall Bandung.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Indonesia, head for Bandar Lampung, roughly 177 kilometres north-west of Jakarta. Way Kambas National Park, Pantai Srengsem KAI and Krakatau Monument are among its highlights.
