Flying from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and you'll be travelling for an average of 14 hours 20 minutes.
Amsterdam is six hours behind Jakarta and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Each week, there are three Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flights. If you want to jet off as early as possible, opt for the 02:25 Garuda Indonesia flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 23:10 with Garuda Indonesia.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your CGK to AMS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Garuda Indonesia is your ticket to exploring Amsterdam (and perhaps some other great corners of Netherlands!). Check out the direct flights from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol offered by this popular airline.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Garuda Indonesia on this route.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance for CGK to AMS flights is Garuda Indonesia.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between CGK and AMS include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Changi International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Currently, $450 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight. The best price for a return ticket is $922. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book six months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from CGK to AMS.
The cheapest month for flights from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Of the departures from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, 73.0% land on time at their destination.
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Jakarta. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near CGK? If you've booked an early flight from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near AMS instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up an Amsterdam Airport Schiphol rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Amsterdam and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol about four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to central Amsterdam
From Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, Amsterdam is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
June is the most popular month for flights from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. To skip the crowds, go to Amsterdam in January.
The warmest month in Amsterdam is August, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Book your flights from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CGK to AMS in February. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of Netherlands
Rotterdam is just one of the many places in Netherlands waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Amsterdam. Around 56 kilometres away to the south-west, popular attractions include Markthal, Erasmus Bridge and Euromast Tower.
Around 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam, The Hague is another essential stop in Netherlands. No visit is complete without checking out Galerie Pulchri, Faizul-Islam Mosque and The Hague Centre for Strategic Studies.