Flying from Frankfurt to Jakarta: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Frankfurt. Check out your options departing from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) when reserving your flight from Frankfurt to Jakarta.
Come in for landing at Jakarta's chief entry point, Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK).
Jakarta's timezone is UTC+7, making Jakarta six hours ahead of Frankfurt.
Give yourself enough time to get on your Frankfurt to Jakarta flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Jakarta
To pick up cheap Frankfurt to Jakarta flights, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
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Flying from Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing Frankfurt to Jakarta flights departing from Frankfurt Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Located around 11 kilometres from central Frankfurt, FRA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Frankfurt Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Frankfurt to Jakarta, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
67.47% of flights taking off from Frankfurt Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
You can get to HHN from the centre of Frankfurt in about 1 hour 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport will take roughly 2 hours 40 minutes to travel the 105 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Frankfurt to Jakarta, stay in one of these hotels near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport has an on-time performance of 53%. This figure highlights how often flights that depart from this airport land at their destination on time.
Arriving in Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) is approximately 19 kilometres from central Jakarta. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 35 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour 30 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Frankfurt to Jakarta, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near CGK:
Pick up 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 leading providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport around one week ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP)
After your flight from Frankfurt to Jakarta has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 25 minutes by car. Central Jakarta is approximately 11 kilometres from Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP).
If you hop on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
Best time to go to Jakarta
February is the quietest month for flights from Frankfurt to Jakarta, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Jakarta based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Frankfurt to Jakarta tickets, think about the kind of weather you prefer. October is the warmest month in Jakarta, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Frankfurt to Jakarta in July when temperatures average between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
More about Jakarta
After booking your flight from Frankfurt to Jakarta, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Jakarta:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. National Monument of Indonesia, Danau Taman Mini Indonesia Indah and Istiqlal Mosque are popular attractions which should be on any good Jakarta itinerary.
Explore more of Indonesia
You've done Jakarta, now it's time to explore other corners of Indonesia. Travel around 121 kilometres south-east to Bandung to tick off its leading sights. From Braga Street to Gedung Sate and Bandung Geological Museum (Museum Geologi), you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Bekasi is another favourite destination in Indonesia and is around 19 kilometres east of Jakarta. No journey is complete without a visit to TUGU BEKASI JAKARTA TENGGARA, Hutan Kota Bekasi and Taman Putri.