Flying from Soekarno-Hatta Airport (CGK) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Soekarno-Hatta Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
Kuala Lumpur's timezone is UTC+8, making Kuala Lumpur one hour ahead of Jakarta.
Each week, there are 190 Soekarno-Hatta Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flights. If you want to take off as early as possible, jump on the 04:15 Malaysia Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 22:35 with Batik Air Malaysia.
To ensure you get on your CGK to KUL flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
There are direct flights from Soekarno-Hatta Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, so getting to Kuala Lumpur (and then seeing more of Malaysia!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Malaysia Airlines.
Malaysia Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating CGK to KUL flights, with 77.05% of its services reaching their destination on time.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Soekarno-Hatta Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. These are the top stopovers between CGK and KUL:
Singapore Changi Airport
Medan Kuala Namu Airport
Pekanbaru Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Soekarno-Hatta Airport (CGK) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Right now, Rs13,689 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Soekarno-Hatta Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs29,377. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Get cheap tickets from CGK to KUL by booking at least three months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for flights from Soekarno-Hatta Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from CGK to KUL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Soekarno-Hatta Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
Handy information about Soekarno-Hatta Airport (CGK)
73% of flights departing from Soekarno-Hatta Airport make it to their destination on time.
Soekarno-Hatta Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from central Jakarta. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy traveller tool will show you the quickest route and your public transport options.
Booked an early flight from Soekarno-Hatta Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near CGK:
Arriving at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
If you're getting in on a late Soekarno-Hatta Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near KUL:
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Reserving your ride from Kuala Lumpur International Airport around four weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport to central Kuala Lumpur has a drive time of around 55 minutes. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Soekarno-Hatta Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Kuala Lumpur. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Soekarno-Hatta Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Kuala Lumpur, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from CGK to KUL in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC and 32ºC on average.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Malaysia you should also see. About 338 kilometres north of Kuala Lumpur, a visit to Kota Bharu will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Istana Negeri Kelantan, Museum Of Islamic Culture and Siti Khadijah Market.
