Travelling from Soekarno-Hatta Airport (CGK) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
Los Angeles's timezone is UTC-8, which makes Los Angeles 15 hours behind Jakarta.
Give yourself enough time to make your CGK to LAX flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Soekarno-Hatta Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. These are the top stopovers between CGK and LAX:
Singapore Changi Airport
Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport
Tokyo Narita Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Soekarno-Hatta Airport (CGK) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Currently, Rs107,632 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Soekarno-Hatta Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs172,806. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CGK to LAX if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your flight from Soekarno-Hatta Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.
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Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Soekarno-Hatta Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.
Handy information about Soekarno-Hatta Airport (CGK)
When it comes to Soekarno-Hatta Airport's on-time performance, 73% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
The journey from the centre of Jakarta to Soekarno-Hatta Airport is around 19 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the best way to get there, whether that's in your own car or with public transport.
Have an early flight from Soekarno-Hatta Airport to Los Angeles International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to CGK:
Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
If you're coming in on a late Soekarno-Hatta Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these options near LAX:
Grab a Los Angeles International Airport rental car and explore Los Angeles and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Los Angeles International Airport around one week ahead of your departure.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Soekarno-Hatta Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Los Angeles. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Soekarno-Hatta Airport to Los Angeles International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Los Angeles during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 32ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from CGK to LAX in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC and 26ºC on average.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Los Angeles, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Journey around 177 kilometres south-east to San Diego to check off its must-visit sights. From San Diego Zoo to San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If there's time to check out another corner of the United States, consider San Jose, roughly 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley are highlights.