Travelling from Koh Samui Airport (USM) to Jakarta: what you need to know
Jakarta and Koh Samui (where Koh Samui Airport is located) are in the UTC+7 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
To avoid rushing for your USM to Jakarta flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. A good rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
From the centre of Koh Samui, USM is around 3 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to reach the terminal.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near USM. Whether you've booked an early flight from Koh Samui Airport to Jakarta or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are worth a look:
When it comes to Koh Samui Airport's on-time performance, 69.38% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Koh Samui Airport (USM) to Jakarta
R 2,637 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Koh Samui Airport to Jakarta flight. A return flight ticket starts at R 5,714. These fares can change based on availability.
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap flight from USM to Jakarta. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Koh Samui Airport to Jakarta throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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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 reach the centre driving.
It takes around 1 hour 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel near CGK if you have a late flight from Koh Samui Airport to Jakarta. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Hit the road running by picking up a Soekarno-Hatta International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from TRAC Astra Rent A Car, Avis or Europcar and explore beyond Jakarta's main sights.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport about one week in advance of your flight from USM to Jakarta.
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP)
Central Jakarta is about 14 kilometres from Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP). After your flight from Koh Samui Airport to Jakarta has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 25 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near HLP. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your USM to Jakarta flight at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Jakarta
Carefully consider your dates before locking in your flight from Koh Samui Airport to Jakarta. The city buzzes during peak season, but rates are usually higher and major attractions can get crowded. Plan your trip to Jakarta in the off-season if you want a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in a Koh Samui Airport to Jakarta flight ticket with a departure in October to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from USM to Jakarta around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Jakarta
Once you've booked your flight from Koh Samui Airport to Jakarta, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Jakarta:
Danau Taman Mini Indonesia Indah and National Monument of Indonesia are just a couple of the leading attractions to put on your Jakarta must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at 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 121 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Braga Street, Gedung Sate and Bandung Geological Museum (Museum Geologi).
Palembang is another essential stop in Indonesia and is around 434 kilometres north-west of Jakarta. No journey is complete without seeing Ampera Bridge, Benteng Kuto Besak and Kuto Besak Fortress.