Flying from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
London is seven hours behind Jakarta and is in the UTC+0 timezone.
Your CGK to LHR flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean 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.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between CGK and LHR:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Changi International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight is $403. A return fare is currently $1,063. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CGK to LHR if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to London Heathrow Airport is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across every month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Of the flights that depart from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, 73.0% land on time at their destination.
Central Jakarta to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour 30 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to London Heathrow Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near CGK:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Reserve a hotel close to LHR if you're catching a late Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a London Heathrow Airport rental car and discover London and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, U-Save and Green Motion are popular outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from London Heathrow Airport around one week before your travel date.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
London Heathrow Airport is roughly 31 kilometres from the centre of London. The drive time takes around 55 minutes.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
July is the busiest month for flights from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to London in February.
When reserving your flight from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CGK to LHR in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've seen London, now it's time to explore other corners of United Kingdom. Travel about 161 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to check off its top attractions. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, your itinerary will be busy.
Bristol is another well-known destination in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No trip is complete without visiting Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.