Travelling from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport is 2 hours 10 minutes.
Jakarta's timezone is UTC+7, making Jakarta one hour behind Kuala Lumpur.
Take your pick of 750 weekly Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport flights. The 06:55 departure with AirAsia is the earliest you can take. Indonesia AirAsia operates the latest service of the day at 22:45.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your KUL to CGK flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
There are plenty of direct flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to pick from. When planning your Jakarta journey, these airlines can fly you nonstop to this unmissable part of Indonesia:
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is TransNusa.
The most punctual carrier operating KUL to CGK flights is Garuda Indonesia. Its services arrive as scheduled 65.45% of the time.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between KUL and CGK include:
Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport
Changi International Airport
Kuala Namu International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Right now, $67 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $132. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To get cheap tickets from KUL to CGK, reserve your trip seven months before your planned departure.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from KUL to CGK by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
58.65% of flights taking off from Kuala Lumpur International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Kuala Lumpur International Airport is around 64 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 4 hours 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to KUL:
Arriving at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Consider booking a hotel close to CGK if you're catching a late Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport flight. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab 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 well-known companies to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport about one week ahead.
Getting from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to central Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Jakarta. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
The quietest month for a flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Jakarta based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Jakarta is October, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from KUL to CGK in July. Temperatures average between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of Indonesia
Jakarta has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Indonesia you should also see. Around 121 kilometres south-east of Jakarta, a visit to Bandung will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Braga Street, Gedung Sate and Bandung Geological Museum (Museum Geologi).
Bekasi is another sought-after destination in Indonesia and is around 19 kilometres east of Jakarta. No journey is complete without dropping by TUGU BEKASI JAKARTA TENGGARA, Hutan Kota Bekasi and Taman Putri.