Flying from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Jakarta: what you need to know
The timezone in Jakarta is UTC+7. The city is four hours ahead of Istanbul, where Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to get on your SAW to Jakarta flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Planning to travel during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for flight tickets from SAW to Jakarta, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Located around 31 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul, SAW can be reached in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near SAW. Whether you're taking an early flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Jakarta or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
Of all flights departing from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, 76.93% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Jakarta
Rs82,079 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Jakarta flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is Rs162,747. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from SAW to Jakarta, book early. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Jakarta ticket.
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Airports in Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
The distance from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to central Jakarta is roughly 32 kilometres. It takes about 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Jakarta. Book one of these accommodation options near CGK instead:
Pick up 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 popular outlets you can book with here.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport around one week in advance of your flight from SAW to Jakarta.
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP)
Once your flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Jakarta has arrived, you can get to the city centre in about 25 minutes by car. Central Jakarta is roughly 14 kilometres from Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
Following your SAW to Jakarta flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to HLP. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Jakarta
Before scheduling your flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Jakarta, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Jakarta offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the low season means you'll get better hotel deals and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Jakarta is October, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Jakarta flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
July has average temperatures of between 24ºC and 31ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from SAW to Jakarta around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Jakarta
Start your Jakarta trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Jakarta, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Danau Taman Mini Indonesia Indah, National Monument of Indonesia and Istiqlal Mosque are top attractions which should be on any good Jakarta itinerary.
Explore more of Indonesia
You've done Jakarta, now it's time to discover other parts of Indonesia. Travel around 121 kilometres south-east to Bandung to tick off its popular sights. From Braga Street to Gedung Sate and Bandung Geological Museum (Museum Geologi), you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Palembang is another sought-after destination in Indonesia and is around 434 kilometres north-west of Jakarta. No journey is complete without seeing Ampera Bridge, Benteng Kuto Besak and Kuto Besak Fortress.
