Flying from London to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK): What you need to know
London has plenty of airports where you can begin your next adventure. Explore your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when planning your flight from London to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the city's other major bases.
The timezone in Jakarta is UTC+7, which is seven hours ahead of London. Soekarno-Hatta International Airport is located in Jakarta.
To ensure you catch your flight from London to CGK, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from London to CGK departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Popular options include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
LHR is around 31 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near London Heathrow Airport? If you're catching an early flight from London to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, these stays will put you conveniently close to check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, data shows 68.18% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Knock a new city off your list or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from London to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, check out these options when leaving from London Gatwick Airport:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
You can reach LGW from the centre of London in approximately 1 hour 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to travel the 80 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your London to CGK flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to London Gatwick Airport:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 69.26%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Whether just for an hour or a weekend, a stopover can make your journey feel a little more stress-free. When jetting out of Stansted Airport (STN), you can book a plane ticket from London to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) with a stop at Dubai Airport (DXB).
STN is around 64 kilometres from central London. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour. If you're thinking about using public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Make catching an early London to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options close to Stansted Airport and get to your check-in counter with plenty of time to spare:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights reach their destinations when they should. At STN, that figure is 64.73%.
About Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
If you're arriving on a late flight from London to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near CGK:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Soekarno-Hatta International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from TRAC Astra Rent A Car, Avis or Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Jakarta and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride around one week in advance of your London to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport flight.
Getting from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to central Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to the centre of Jakarta is around 19 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
It'll take around 1 hour 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
R 5,152 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from London to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. Return flights start at R 9,846. These prices can change depending on demand.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from London to CGK. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest London to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport tickets across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when there's a better deal on plane tickets from London to CGK.
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The best time to fly from London to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding when to fly. February is the quietest month to visit Jakarta. July is when most people book flights from London to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in Jakarta is October, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your London to CGK plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap tickets from London to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
More about Jakarta
After booking your flight from London to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Jakarta:
Monumen Nasional and TeamLab Future Park Plaza Indonesia are just a couple of the major attractions to put on your Jakarta travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Istiqlal Mosque.
Explore more of Indonesia
Jakarta is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Indonesia you should also see. Around 137 kilometres south-east of Jakarta, a trip to Bandung will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Gedung Merdeka, Jalan Asia Afrika and KidCity Trans Studio Mall Bandung.
Around 177 kilometres north-west of Jakarta, Bandar Lampung is another favourite stop in Indonesia. Experience major highlights starting with Way Kambas National Park, Pantai Srengsem KAI and Krakatau Monument.