Flying from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Jakarta: what you need to know
The timezone in Jakarta is UTC+7. The city is 12 hours ahead of Chicago, where O'Hare International Airport is located.
For a relaxed start to your ORD to Jakarta flight, allow 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.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. A good rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper flight ticket from ORD to Jakarta. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Travelling from central Chicago to ORD takes about 55 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a hotel near ORD? If you're boarding an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to Jakarta, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.85% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Jakarta
R 7,165 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way O'Hare International Airport to Jakarta flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is R 11,673. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from ORD to Jakarta, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
Scoring cheap tickets from O'Hare International Airport to Jakarta is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest prices across each month and pick up a sweet deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from ORD to Jakarta by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Save money on your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Jakarta with the help of our filters. Select your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
The distance from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to central Jakarta is roughly 32 kilometres. It takes about 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 1 hour 30 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from O'Hare International Airport to Jakarta, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near CGK:
Travel at your own pace with a Soekarno-Hatta International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from TRAC Astra Rent A Car, Avis or Europcar and experience more of Jakarta and beyond.
Booking your ride from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from ORD to Jakarta can help you secure the lowest rate.
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP)
The centre of Jakarta is about 14 kilometres from Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP). Once your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Jakarta has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 25 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Following your ORD to Jakarta flight, kick back at a hotel near HLP. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Jakarta
Plan your trip to Jakarta during high season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from O'Hare International Airport to Jakarta in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
The warmest month in Jakarta is October, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your O'Hare International Airport to Jakarta flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
July has average temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from ORD to Jakarta around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Jakarta
Start your Jakarta trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Jakarta, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Danau Taman Mini Indonesia Indah and National Monument of Indonesia are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to put on your Jakarta itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Istiqlal Mosque.
Explore more of Indonesia
Bandung is just one of the many places in Indonesia waiting to be explored after you've seen Jakarta. Around 121 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Braga Street, Gedung Sate and Bandung Geological Museum (Museum Geologi).
Around 434 kilometres north-west of Jakarta, Palembang is another essential stop in Indonesia. Start your sightseeing at Ampera Bridge, Benteng Kuto Besak and Kuto Besak Fortress.
