Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK): what you need to know
The timezone in Jakarta is UTC+7, which is seven hours ahead of London.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your LGW 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.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between LGW and CGK:
Changi International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Right now, RM1,499 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is RM2,872. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To find cheap tickets from LGW to CGK, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price in every month when looking for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from LGW to CGK by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Gatwick Airport, 69.26% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach London Gatwick Airport from central London, it takes around 1 hour 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 80 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near LGW. Whether you have an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
If you're getting in on a late London Gatwick Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near CGK:
Follow your own route with a Soekarno-Hatta International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from TRAC Astra Rent A Car, Avis or Europcar and see more of Jakarta and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport about one week ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to central Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to the centre of Jakarta has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Jakarta. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. October is the warmest month in Jakarta, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LGW to CGK sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Indonesia
Jakarta has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Indonesia just waiting to be discovered. About 121 kilometres south-east of Jakarta, a trip to Bandung will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Braga Street, Gedung Sate and Bandung Geological Museum (Museum Geologi).
Around 19 kilometres east of Jakarta, Bekasi is another essential stop in Indonesia. Start your sightseeing at TUGU BEKASI JAKARTA TENGGARA, Hutan Kota Bekasi and Taman Putri.