Travelling from Philadelphia to Jakarta: what you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Philadelphia. Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Philadelphia to Jakarta taking off from here.
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) is where your flight will arrive in Jakarta.
Jakarta is 11 hours ahead of Philadelphia and is in the UTC+7 timezone.
To ensure you don't miss your Philadelphia to Jakarta flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
Travelling over a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Jakarta
Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap Philadelphia to Jakarta flight. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when looking for your plane ticket from Philadelphia to Jakarta.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from Philadelphia to Jakarta by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
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Flying from Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Finding a stopover on your Philadelphia to Jakarta flight is easy. Whether you'd like to potentially save on your fare or explore a new city, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to view your options. A major stop when flying out of Philadelphia International Airport is Hamad International Airport (DOH).
Located around 11 kilometres from central Philadelphia, PHL can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Philadelphia to Jakarta? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near Philadelphia International Airport:
When it comes to Philadelphia International Airport's on-time performance, 78.93% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.
Arriving in Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to central Jakarta takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Philadelphia to Jakarta, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near CGK:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Soekarno-Hatta International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from TRAC Astra Rent A Car, Avis or Europcar to explore Jakarta and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport around one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP)
Central Jakarta is located around 11 kilometres from Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP). As soon as your flight from Philadelphia to Jakarta has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 25 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Best time to go to Jakarta
July is the most popular month for flights from Philadelphia to Jakarta. To skip the crowds, head to Jakarta in February.
The warmest month in Jakarta is October, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Philadelphia to Jakarta ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap flights from Philadelphia to Jakarta in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
More about Jakarta
Start your Jakarta trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Philadelphia to Jakarta, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. National Monument of Indonesia, Danau Taman Mini Indonesia Indah and Istiqlal Mosque are top sights which should be on every Jakarta itinerary.
Explore more of Indonesia
You've seen Jakarta, now it's time to discover other parts of Indonesia. Travel about 121 kilometres south-east to Bandung to check off its leading attractions. From Braga Street to Gedung Sate and Bandung Geological Museum (Museum Geologi), you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 19 kilometres east of Jakarta, Bekasi is another essential stop in Indonesia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at TUGU BEKASI JAKARTA TENGGARA, Hutan Kota Bekasi and Taman Putri.
