Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK): what you need to know
Jakarta is 14 hours ahead of San Francisco and follows the UTC+7 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SFO to CGK flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between SFO and CGK include:
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Changi International Airport
Ninoy Aquino International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Right now, $579 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,151. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from SFO to CGK, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across the month when searching for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from SFO to CGK.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from San Francisco International Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Of the departures from San Francisco International Airport, 77.36% land on schedule at their destination.
Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to SFO? If you're catching an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Book a hotel close to CGK if you have a late San Francisco International Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Soekarno-Hatta International Airport rental car and explore Jakarta and beyond with your own set of wheels. TRAC Astra Rent A Car, Avis and Europcar are popular outlets you can book with here.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport about one week before your trip.
Getting from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to central Jakarta
From Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, Jakarta is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
The quietest month for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick 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 temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from San Francisco International Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
July sees average temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SFO to CGK sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Indonesia
Bandung is just one of the many places in Indonesia waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Jakarta. Around 121 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Braga Street, Gedung Sate and Bandung Geological Museum (Museum Geologi).
Around 19 kilometres east of Jakarta, Bekasi is another essential stop in Indonesia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to TUGU BEKASI JAKARTA TENGGARA, Hutan Kota Bekasi and Taman Putri.