Flying from London to Jakarta: what you need to know
You can select from a number of airports when organising a flight from London to Jakarta. Explore your options for jetting out of London from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also service London.
Touch down at Jakarta's major arrival point, Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK).
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from London to Jakarta.
Travelling over a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you have a passport from United Kingdom, you will need a visa to enter Indonesia. This applies when booking a cheap flight from London to Jakarta for tourism purposes. Requirements may be different if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines ahead of booking and definitely before you fly.
Flying from London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
We make it simple to find a flight from London to Jakarta with a stopover. To see all your options departing from London Heathrow Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Located around 31 kilometres from the centre of London, LHR can be reached in approximately 57 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 1 minute.
Looking for a convenient hotel near London Heathrow Airport? If you're catching an early flight from London to Jakarta, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from London to Jakarta. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your bucket list. Whatever you decide to do, check out these options between London Heathrow Airport and Jakarta:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
LGW is around 80 kilometres from central London. It'll take 1 hour and 19 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 26 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not extend it with an additional night away? Consider staying at one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your flight from London to Jakarta:
Arriving in Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to central Jakarta is approximately 32 kilometres. It'll take you about 36 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 29 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to CGK if you're taking a late flight from London to Jakarta. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP)
After your flight from London to Jakarta has landed, you can reach the city centre in around 27 minutes by car. Central Jakarta is approximately 14 kilometres from Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP).
Public transport will get you there in approximately 1 hour and 28 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near HLP. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from London to Jakarta:
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Jakarta
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Jakarta is ج.م. 13,231. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 27,761. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from London to Jakarta, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when looking for your ticket from London to Jakarta.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. We'll notify you straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you the hassle of checking for cheap tickets from London to Jakarta every day.
Use filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from London to Jakarta, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Best time to go to Jakarta
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from London to Jakarta. July is the busiest month to visit Jakarta. If you want a quieter vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from London to Jakarta, consider the kind of weather you like. October is the warmest month in Jakarta, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 32ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 24ºC and 31ºC. Search for cheap tickets from London to Jakarta sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Jakarta
Start your Jakarta trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from London to Jakarta, explore our range of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. National Monument of Indonesia, Danau Taman Mini Indonesia Indah and Istiqlal Mosque are must-do's during your Jakarta adventure.
Complete your Jakarta trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from London to Jakarta to track down amazing deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and compare your options in one place. Plus we give you all the info you need to drive in Jakarta, from the most popular rental company to the average daily price.
