Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Jakarta: what you need to know
The timezone in Jakarta is UTC+7. The city is 14 hours ahead of San Francisco, where San Francisco International Airport is located.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your SFO to Jakarta flight.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from SFO to Jakarta with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Travelling from central San Francisco to SFO takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a hotel close to SFO? If you're boarding an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Jakarta, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
77.36% of flights leaving from San Francisco International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Jakarta
R 6,199 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Jakarta flight. A return ticket right now is R 11,934. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from SFO to Jakarta if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Jakarta throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Jakarta by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
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 around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel close to CGK if you're coming in on a late flight from San Francisco International Airport to Jakarta. Select one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:
Fast-track your adventure 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 explore beyond Jakarta's main sights.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from SFO to Jakarta.
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP)
Central Jakarta is about 14 kilometres from Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP). Once your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Jakarta has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 25 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Following your SFO to Jakarta flight, kick back at a hotel close to HLP. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Jakarta
Before scheduling your flights from San Francisco International Airport to Jakarta, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Jakarta offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season means you'll get cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.
Book a San Francisco International Airport to Jakarta flight ticket with a departure in October if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SFO to Jakarta in July when temperatures average between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
More about Jakarta
After booking your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Jakarta, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Jakarta:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Danau Taman Mini Indonesia Indah, National Monument of Indonesia and Istiqlal Mosque are top sights which should feature on any good Jakarta itinerary.
Explore more of Indonesia
Bandung is just one of the many cities in Indonesia waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Jakarta. Around 121 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Braga Street, Gedung Sate and Bandung Geological Museum (Museum Geologi).
If you're looking to explore another side of Indonesia, head for Palembang, roughly 434 kilometres north-west of Jakarta. Ampera Bridge, Benteng Kuto Besak and Kuto Besak Fortress are key highlights.
