Travelling from Melbourne to Jakarta: what you need to know
Melbourne's main base, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is where many great holidays begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Melbourne to Jakarta.
Hop off the plane at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK), the primary gateway of Jakarta.
Around 7 hours 35 minutes is how long you'll be in transit on a direct Melbourne to Jakarta flight.
Jakarta's timezone is UTC+7, which makes Jakarta four hours behind Melbourne.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) is the most traveled route between these two cities. There are seven weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from Melbourne to Jakarta is with Garuda Indonesia at 16:30. Opt for the first MEL to CGK departure operated by Qantas at 14:55 to make the most of your arrival in Jakarta.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your Melbourne to Jakarta flight.
During popular months such as January, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Jakarta
Rs45,758 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Jakarta. Return flights start from Rs81,964. These prices can change based on availability.
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August is the best month for scoring an amazing deal on a plane ticket from Melbourne to Jakarta. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Flying from Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Melbourne to Jakarta, you can leave from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Get from MEL to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) without any stops.
Keep an eye out for promotions with Garuda Indonesia. This carrier offers direct Melbourne to Jakarta plane tickets from MEL.
We make it easy to book a Melbourne to Jakarta flight with a stopover. To see all the options departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Located around 19 kilometres from central Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 40 minutes.
Want a handy hotel close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne to Jakarta, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, data shows 67.71% of flights complete their journey on time.
Arriving in Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
The distance from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to central Jakarta is approximately 19 kilometres. It'll take you about 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport takes about 1 hour 30 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Melbourne to Jakarta, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near CGK:
Go where the road takes you with a Soekarno-Hatta International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from TRAC Astra Rent A Car, Avis or Europcar and see more of Jakarta and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP)
Central Jakarta is approximately 11 kilometres from Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP). After your flight from Melbourne to Jakarta has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 25 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Best time to go to Jakarta
February is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Jakarta, while July is the busiest. Figure out the best time to go to Jakarta based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Jakarta is October, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Melbourne to Jakarta ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap flights from Melbourne to Jakarta in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC and 31ºC on average.
More about Jakarta
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Jakarta right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Melbourne to Jakarta:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. National Monument of Indonesia, Danau Taman Mini Indonesia Indah and Istiqlal Mosque are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Jakarta itinerary.
Explore more of Indonesia
Bandung is just one of the many places in Indonesia waiting to be explored once you've seen Jakarta. Around 121 kilometres to the south-east, top sights here include Braga Street, Gedung Sate and Bandung Geological Museum (Museum Geologi).
Bekasi is another standout destination in Indonesia and is around 19 kilometres east of Jakarta. No journey is complete without dropping by TUGU BEKASI JAKARTA TENGGARA, Hutan Kota Bekasi and Taman Putri.