Travelling from Jakarta to Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC): what you need to know
All great adventures start at one of Jakarta's main airports, Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) or Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP). Check out your options for booking a flight from Jakarta to Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC) jetting off from either of these bases.
Expect to be travelling for 3 hours 26 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Jakarta to Sam Ratulangi International Airport.
Sam Ratulangi International Airport is located in Manado. The city operates in the UTC+8 timezone and is 1 hour ahead of Jakarta.
With 58 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC) is the most popular route. BatikAir Indonesia operates the earliest flight at 01:30. If you prefer to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last departure from CGK to MDC is with BatikAir Indonesia at 16:30.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Jakarta to MDC.
Popular months like July or other peak periods mean longer queues and potential delays. Get a head start by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
You can jump on a direct flight from Jakarta to Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC) departing from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK).
When departing from CGK, you can catch a direct flight from Jakarta to Sam Ratulangi International Airport with Garuda Indonesia.
CGK is roughly 32 kilometres from the centre of Jakarta. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will show you the fastest route and available public transport options.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Soekarno-Hatta International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Jakarta to Sam Ratulangi International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
About Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Jakarta to Sam Ratulangi International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near MDC:
Getting from Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC) to central Manado
Sam Ratulangi International Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from central Manado. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 36 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jakarta to Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Jakarta to Sam Ratulangi International Airport is Rs30,835. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs61,989. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
You're more likely to score cheap tickets from Jakarta to MDC if you book 7 months ahead of takeoff. We crunched the flight price data and found that's when fares on this route are typically at their lowest.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Jakarta to Sam Ratulangi International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the best price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Jakarta to Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC)
July is the busiest month to board a flight from Jakarta to Sam Ratulangi International Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Manado, consider the pace you like to travel at.
The warmest month in Manado is September, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Jakarta to MDC in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Jakarta to Sam Ratulangi International Airport in March when temperatures average between 21ºC and 29ºC.
More about Manado
Once you've booked your flight from Jakarta to Sam Ratulangi International Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Manado:
One of the best ways to get to know Manado is to explore its top sights. Essential stops include Ban Hin Kiong Temple, Taman Penda Mas and 10.PM Studio.
Complete your Manado trip with a car rental
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