Travelling from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Jakarta: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Jakarta and you'll be in the air for around 7 hours 57 minutes.
Jakarta is 3 hours ahead of Dubai, where Dubai Airport is located. Jakarta operates on the UTC+7 timezone.
The most popular route is from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK). Choose from 20 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from DXB to CGK is the 04:10 Emirates option. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 10:55 with Emirates.
Leave enough time to make your flight from DXB to Jakarta. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Direct flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Jakarta are available for booking. Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) is where you'll be touching down.
Check out the promotions from Emirates. This carrier has direct flights from Dubai Airport to Jakarta.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing flights from DXB to Jakarta, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
If you have a passport from United Arab Emirates, you will need a visa to enter Indonesia. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Dubai Airport to Jakarta for tourism purposes. The rules may differ if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check the visa rules before you book and certainly before you fly.
DXB is about 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 16 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 49 minutes.
After a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near DXB. Whether you're catching an early flight from Dubai Airport to Jakarta or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Jakarta
Rs56,145 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Dubai Airport to Jakarta. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs99,011. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Book 9 months before you want to travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from DXB to Jakarta.
The cheapest month for tickets from Dubai Airport to Jakarta is May. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest day to fly.
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Make the most of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Dubai Airport to Jakarta, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Airports in Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) is around 32 kilometres from central Jakarta. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 36 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour and 29 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near CGK if you're taking a late flight from Dubai Airport to Jakarta. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP)
As soon as your flight from Dubai Airport to Jakarta has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in about 27 minutes by car. Central Jakarta is roughly 14 kilometres from Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP).
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour and 28 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to HLP. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from DXB to Jakarta:
Best time to go to Jakarta
July is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Dubai Airport to Jakarta while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Jakarta, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
Before booking a flight from Dubai Airport to Jakarta, think about the type of weather you enjoy. October is the warmest month in Jakarta, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 32ºC.
For cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from DXB to Jakarta in July when temperatures average between 24ºC and 31ºC.
More about Jakarta
Once you've booked your flight from Dubai Airport to Jakarta, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Jakarta:
National Monument of Indonesia and Danau Taman Mini Indonesia Indah are just two of the top attractions to put on your Jakarta travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Istiqlal Mosque.
Complete your Jakarta trip with a car rental
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