Flying from Houston to Jakarta: what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Houston to Jakarta. George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) are the main airports in Houston.
Come in for landing at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK), the primary gateway of Jakarta.
Jakarta is 12 hours ahead of Houston and follows the UTC+7 timezone.
To ensure you get on your Houston to Jakarta flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Jakarta
To find cheap Houston to Jakarta flights, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
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Flying from Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Houston to Jakarta flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Travelling from central Houston to IAH takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Houston to Jakarta or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
78.42% of flights that take off from George Bush Intercontinental Airport arrive at their destination on time.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
On public transport, you can travel from central Houston to HOU in around 1 hour 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 16 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 20 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Houston to Jakarta? Kick back in a hotel near William P. Hobby Airport before your break officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
The majority of flights that leave William P. Hobby Airport make it to their destination as expected. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 81%.
HOU is located at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Arriving in Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to central Jakarta takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Houston to Jakarta, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near CGK:
Pick up 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 popular providers you can book with here.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport about one week in advance of your Houston to Jakarta flight.
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP)
The centre of Jakarta is approximately 11 kilometres from Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP). Once your flight from Houston to Jakarta has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 25 minutes.
The journey will take about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Best time to go to Jakarta
July is the most popular month for flights from Houston to Jakarta. To avoid the crowds, visit Jakarta in February.
When booking your Houston to Jakarta tickets, consider the type of weather you enjoy. October is the warmest month in Jakarta, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Houston to Jakarta in July when temperatures average between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
More about Jakarta
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Jakarta right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Houston to Jakarta:
National Monument of Indonesia and Danau Taman Mini Indonesia Indah are just two of the leading attractions to add to your Jakarta to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Istiqlal Mosque.
Explore more of Indonesia
You've visited Jakarta, now it's time to discover more of Indonesia. Travel about 121 kilometres south-east to Bandung to tick off its top attractions. From Braga Street to Gedung Sate and Bandung Geological Museum (Museum Geologi), you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Indonesia, head for Bekasi, roughly 19 kilometres east of Jakarta. TUGU BEKASI JAKARTA TENGGARA, Hutan Kota Bekasi and Taman Putri are key highlights.