Flying from Jakarta to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ): what you need to know
Begin your journey at one of Jakarta's main airports, Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) or Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP). Check out your options for booking a flight from Jakarta to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ) departing from either of these.
Approximately 2 hours 51 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Jakarta to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport.
Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport is located in Banda Aceh. The city's timezone is UTC+7 — the same as Jakarta.
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ) is the most popular route. There are 28 direct weekly departures to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, hop on the last flight with BatikAir Indonesia at 15:10. Choose the first CGK to BTJ departure operated by Garuda Indonesia at 07:30 if you want to get going earlier.
Leave enough time to make your flight from Jakarta to BTJ. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Airports in Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Jakarta to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ) can be booked from this terminal.
Popular airlines that have direct flights from Jakarta to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport departing CGK include:
CGK is around 32 kilometres from central Jakarta. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy traveller tool will show you the quickest route and available public transport options.
Have an early flight from Jakarta to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Soekarno-Hatta International Airport:
About Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ)
Hop off your flight from Jakarta to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport and be in your hotel bed shortly after. If you're searching for a comfortable option a short drive from BTJ, head for Kumala Hotel Banda Aceh.
Getting from Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ) to central Banda Aceh
Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport to the centre of Banda Aceh takes around 25 minutes in a car. It's approximately 16 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jakarta to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ)
ج.م. 4,131 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Jakarta to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport. Return flights start from ج.م. 8,098. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
Book 9 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from Jakarta to BTJ.
To get the best price on your tickets from Jakarta to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport, book your trip for June (it's when flights are cheapest). Flexible on when you travel? Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the most affordable day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Jakarta to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ)
August is the busiest month for flights from Jakarta to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Banda Aceh in February when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Banda Aceh is June, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Jakarta to BTJ in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flights from Jakarta to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC and 30ºC on average.
More about Banda Aceh
After locking in your flight from Jakarta to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Banda Aceh:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Gunongan Park, Aceh Tsunami Museum and Ulee Lheue Beach are top sights which should be on any good Banda Aceh itinerary.
