Travelling from Taipei to Jakarta: what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Taipei to Jakarta. Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE) and Taipei Sung Shan Airport (TSA) are the main airports in Taipei.
Soekarno-Hatta Airport (CGK) is the primary point of entry to Jakarta.
To ensure you don't miss your Taipei to Jakarta flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Taipei to Jakarta
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap Taipei to Jakarta flights if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
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Flying from Taipei
Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE)
Located around 32 kilometres from central Taipei, TPE can be reached in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Taipei to Jakarta or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
73% of flights that depart Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Taipei Sung Shan Airport (TSA)
You can get to TSA from the centre of Taipei in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes to cover the 5 kilometres or so.
You're going on holiday, so why not spend an extra night away? Consider kicking back in one of these hotels near Taipei Sung Shan Airport the day before your flight from Taipei to Jakarta:
Most flights that depart Taipei Sung Shan Airport make it to their destination as planned. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 92%.
Arriving in Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta Airport (CGK)
Central Jakarta is approximately 19 kilometres from Soekarno-Hatta Airport (CGK). How long it takes to drive there will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research before your trip.
If you have a late flight from Taipei to Jakarta, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near CGK:
Hit the road running by picking up a Soekarno-Hatta Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from TRAC Astra Rent A Car, Avis or Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Jakarta and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Soekarno-Hatta Airport about one week ahead of your Taipei to Jakarta flight.
Halim Perdana Kusuma Airport (HLP)
If you're staying in Jakarta's centre (or just want to explore straight away), the city is around 11 kilometres from Halim Perdana Kusuma Airport (HLP). Keep an eye out for any visitor information kiosks to help direct you after disembarking your flight from Taipei to Jakarta.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near HLP. Tuck yourself in after your Taipei to Jakarta flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Jakarta
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Taipei to Jakarta. August is the busiest month to visit Jakarta. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Jakarta is October, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Taipei to Jakarta ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Taipei to Jakarta in July when temperatures average between 24ºC and 31ºC.
More about Jakarta
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Jakarta right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Taipei to Jakarta:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Istiqlal Mosque, National Museum of Indonesia and Gelora Bung Karno Main Stadium are must-visits when exploring Jakarta.
Explore more of Indonesia
Jakarta has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Indonesia you'll want to see. About 121 kilometres southeast of Jakarta, a visit to Bandung will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Gedung Merdeka, Museum Gedung Sate and Bandung Great Mosque.
Time for another stop? Set out for Bekasi. It's roughly 19 kilometres east of Jakarta and home to highlights like Hutan Kota Bekasi.