Travelling from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport.
Jakarta and Bangkok share the same timezone, UTC+7.
Flights from CGK to BKK start at 09:35 — the earliest with Garuda Indonesia. The latest departure is at 20:50 with Ethiopian Airlines. In total, you can choose from 65 weekly Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to board your CGK to BKK flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
A variety of airlines operate direct flights from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport, so jetting off to Bangkok (and then seeing more of Thailand!) is easy. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Ethiopian Airlines.
Thai Airways International ranks as the leading on-time carrier for CGK to BKK flights, with 88.52% of services arriving as scheduled.
If you want to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between CGK and BKK:
Changi International Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Ngurah Rai International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
At the moment, Rs21,237 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs43,467. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Get cheap tickets from CGK to BKK by booking eight months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
July is the cheapest month for flights from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from CGK to BKK by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport.
Handy information about Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
When it comes to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport's on-time performance, 73.0% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach Soekarno-Hatta International Airport from central Jakarta, it'll take about 35 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near CGK. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Reserve a hotel near BKK if you're catching a late Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Bangkok and beyond.
Booking your ride from Suvarnabhumi Airport around four weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from central Bangkok. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
July is the most popular month for flights from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Bangkok in April.
The warmest month in Bangkok is April, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 37ºC. Book your flights from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from CGK to BKK in December if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 19ºC and 33ºC on average.
Explore more of Thailand
Bangkok is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Thailand waiting to be explored. About 467 kilometres north-east of Bangkok, a trip to Udon Thani will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Nong Prajak Public Park, Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor.
Chon Buri is another well-known destination in Thailand and is around 64 kilometres south-east of Bangkok. No journey is complete without dropping by Wat Ton Son, Forest and Phra Phutthasihing Hall.
