Flying from Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI) to Soekarno-Hatta Airport (CGK): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 40 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Soekarno-Hatta Airport.
Every week, there are three Kota Kinabalu Airport to Soekarno-Hatta Airport flights. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, opt for the 16:35 Indonesia AirAsia flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 16:35 with Indonesia AirAsia.
To ensure you catch your BKI to CGK flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Indonesia AirAsia has direct flights from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Soekarno-Hatta Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Jakarta — and maybe even more of Indonesia if time allows.
Indonesia AirAsia has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Indonesia AirAsia is the most punctual carrier operating BKI to CGK flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Soekarno-Hatta Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between BKI and CGK:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Singapore Changi Airport
Penang Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI) to Soekarno-Hatta Airport (CGK)
Currently, Rs21,763 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Kota Kinabalu Airport to Soekarno-Hatta Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs40,989. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book four months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from BKI to CGK.
Organise your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for flights from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Soekarno-Hatta Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from BKI to CGK.
Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Soekarno-Hatta Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI)
Of all flights departing from Kota Kinabalu Airport, 65% land on time at their destination.
Kota Kinabalu Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Kota Kinabalu. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Soekarno-Hatta Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to BKI:
Arriving at Soekarno-Hatta Airport (CGK)
If you're landing on a late Kota Kinabalu Airport to Soekarno-Hatta Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near CGK:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Soekarno-Hatta Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from TRAC Astra Rent A Car, Avis or Europcar and explore beyond Jakarta's main sights.
Reserving your vehicle from Soekarno-Hatta Airport about one week ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Soekarno-Hatta Airport (CGK) to central Jakarta
The centre of Jakarta is roughly 19 kilometres from Soekarno-Hatta Airport. How long it takes to get there driving will vary based on traffic conditions, so do some research before your trip.
When to fly to Soekarno-Hatta Airport (CGK)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Soekarno-Hatta Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Jakarta. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Jakarta is October, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Soekarno-Hatta Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from BKI to CGK in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 24ºC and 31ºC on average.
Explore more of Indonesia
Jakarta has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Indonesia you should also see. About 121 kilometres south-east of Jakarta, a trip to Bandung will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Gedung Merdeka, Museum Gedung Sate and Masjid Agung Bandung.
Another worthwhile stop in Indonesia, Bekasi is roughly 19 kilometres east of Jakarta. Be sure to visit highlights including Hutan Kota Bekasi.
