Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK): what you need to know
Jakarta's timezone is UTC+7, which makes Jakarta seven hours ahead of Edinburgh.
To ensure you get on your EDI to CGK flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between EDI and CGK:
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Currently, Rs88,033 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs183,392. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's often best to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from EDI to CGK. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Edinburgh Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Edinburgh Airport, 67.94% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near EDI:
Arriving at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on an Edinburgh Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CGK instead:
Grab a Soekarno-Hatta International Airport rental car and explore Jakarta and beyond with your own wheels. TRAC Astra Rent A Car, Avis and Europcar are leading providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport around one week before your departure date.
Getting from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to central Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from central Jakarta. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
The quietest month for a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Jakarta based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When reserving your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. October is the warmest month in Jakarta, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 32ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from EDI to CGK in July. Average temperatures are between 24ºC and 31ºC then.
Explore more of Indonesia
Jakarta has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Indonesia you should also see. Around 121 kilometres south-east of Jakarta, a visit to Bandung will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Braga Street, Gedung Sate and Bandung Geological Museum (Museum Geologi).
Around 19 kilometres east of Jakarta, Bekasi is another essential stop in Indonesia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at TUGU BEKASI JAKARTA TENGGARA, Hutan Kota Bekasi and Taman Putri.