Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK): what you need to know
Jakarta is seven hours ahead of London and observes the UTC+7 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your LHR to CGK flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. These are the top stopovers between LHR and CGK:
Changi International Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Rs98,425 is the best price for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs175,682. These prices may change based on availability.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from LHR 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 London Heathrow Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across the month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
68.18% of flights leaving from London Heathrow Airport reach their destination on schedule.
London Heathrow Airport is about 31 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Taking an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to LHR:
Arriving at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
If you have a late London Heathrow Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these accommodation options near CGK:
Grab a Soekarno-Hatta International Airport rental car and discover Jakarta and beyond with your own set of wheels. TRAC Astra Rent A Car, Avis and Europcar are top outlets you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport about one week before you travel.
Getting from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to central Jakarta
From Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, Jakarta is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 1 hour 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Jakarta based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. October is the warmest month in Jakarta, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 32ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LHR to CGK in July. Average temperatures are between 24ºC and 31ºC then.
Explore more of Indonesia
Bandung is just one of the many cities in Indonesia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Jakarta. Around 121 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Braga Street, Gedung Sate and Bandung Geological Museum (Museum Geologi).
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Indonesia, consider Bekasi, about 19 kilometres east of Jakarta. TUGU BEKASI JAKARTA TENGGARA, Hutan Kota Bekasi and Taman Putri are key reasons to visit.