Travelling from Jakarta to Taipei: what you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Jakarta. Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Jakarta to Taipei taking off from here.
When it comes to landing in Taipei, Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) and Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) are the chief entry points.
Hop on a direct Jakarta to Taipei flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 5 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Taipei is UTC+8, which is one hour ahead of Jakarta.
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Leave plenty of time to get on your Jakarta to Taipei flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jakarta to Taipei
$137 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Jakarta to Taipei. A return flight starts from $250. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
To score cheap Jakarta to Taipei flights, book your trip four months before your departure.
July is the best month for nabbing an incredible deal on a plane ticket from Jakarta to Taipei. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' Jakarta to Taipei flights.
Flying from Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
If you're searching for a direct flight from Jakarta to Taipei, you can depart from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK). Travel from CGK to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) in one seamless trip.
Popular airlines that offer direct Jakarta to Taipei plane tickets from CGK include:
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and possibly even tour another city. When browsing Jakarta to Taipei flights leaving from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Jakarta, CGK can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Jakarta to Taipei? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, 73.0% land on schedule at their destination.
Arriving in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to central Taipei takes around 40 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 32 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Jakarta to Taipei. Reserve one of these accommodation options near TPE instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from 固得租車, IWS rent a car or Chih-hang car hire and chase adventure across Taipei and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport around two weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
The centre of Taipei is approximately 5 kilometres from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA). After your flight from Jakarta to Taipei has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 20 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 45 minutes or so.
There are some great places to lay your head close to TSA. Unwind after your Jakarta to Taipei flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about public transport schedules or long cab queues. Pick up a Taipei Songshan Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Check out the availability and rates from 固得租車, Ho Ing and CARPLUS.
Snap up the best price by reserving your ride from TSA four weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Taipei
August is the busiest month for flights from Jakarta to Taipei. To skip the crowds, go to Taipei in April.
When booking your Jakarta to Taipei tickets, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Taipei, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Jakarta to Taipei in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
More about Taipei
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Taipei right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Jakarta to Taipei:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Taipei 101, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and Ximending Night Market are highlights which should feature on every Taipei itinerary.
Explore more of Taiwan
You've done Taipei, now it's time to explore other parts of Taiwan. Travel about 129 kilometres south-west to T'ai-chung-shih to tick off its leading sights. From Taichung Park to Lifu Museum of Chinese Medicine. China Medical University and 柳川藍帶水岸, your itinerary will be busy.
Tainan is another sought-after destination in Taiwan and is around 257 kilometres south-west of Taipei. No trip is complete without experiencing Anping Old Street, Anping Fort and Anping Tree House.