Travelling from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK): what you need to know
Jakarta is three hours behind Brisbane and is in the UTC+7 timezone.
To ensure you get on your BNE to CGK flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak month like January? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Brisbane Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between BNE and CGK:
Ngurah Rai International Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Changi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Right now, $248 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Brisbane Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $497. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from BNE to CGK. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for a flight from Brisbane Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from BNE 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 using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Brisbane Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport.
Handy information about Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Of all flights departing from Brisbane Airport, 66.16% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Brisbane Airport from central Brisbane, it takes around 25 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of about 30 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel close to BNE? If you're catching an early flight from Brisbane Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Brisbane Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CGK instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Soekarno-Hatta International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from TRAC Astra Rent A Car, Avis or Europcar and explore beyond Jakarta's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport about one week before you set off.
Getting from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to central Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport is roughly 32 kilometres from the centre of Jakarta. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
The quietest month for a flight from Brisbane Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Jakarta based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Jakarta is October, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Brisbane Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from BNE to CGK in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
Explore more of Indonesia
Jakarta is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Indonesia waiting to be explored. Around 121 kilometres south-east of Jakarta, a visit to Bandung will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Braga Street, Gedung Sate and Bandung Geological Museum (Museum Geologi).
Around 19 kilometres east of Jakarta, Bekasi is another favourite stop in Indonesia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to TUGU BEKASI JAKARTA TENGGARA, Hutan Kota Bekasi and Taman Putri.