Flying from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is 2 hours 10 minutes.
Kuala Lumpur is one hour ahead of Jakarta and observes the UTC+8 timezone.
Choose from 253 weekly Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flights. The 04:15 departure with Malaysia Airlines is the earliest flight available. Batik Air Malaysia operates the last service of the day at 23:05.
Your CGK to KUL flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
There are plenty of direct flights from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, so getting to Kuala Lumpur (and then exploring more of Malaysia!) is a breeze. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
TransNusa is the top choice for travellers on this route.
The most punctual carrier offering CGK to KUL flights is Malaysia Airlines. Its services arrive as scheduled 76.58% of the time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between CGK and KUL:
Changi International Airport
Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport
Kuala Namu International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight is 28 €. A return fare is currently 77 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To get cheap tickets from CGK to KUL, book your trip nine months ahead of your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Of the flights that depart from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, 73.0% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Jakarta to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near CGK:
Arriving at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Consider staying in a hotel close to KUL if you're on a late Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or GoSoCar and explore beyond Kuala Lumpur's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Kuala Lumpur International Airport around four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur
From Kuala Lumpur International Airport, Kuala Lumpur is approximately 64 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes to drive to the centre.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 4 hours 30 minutes.
When to fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Kuala Lumpur. If you want a quieter vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport for March if you'd like to go to Kuala Lumpur during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CGK to KUL in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) then.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Malaysia just waiting to be discovered. Around 338 kilometres north of Kuala Lumpur, a visit to Kota Bharu will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
Another essential stop in Malaysia, Kampung Baru Subang is located around 18 kilometres west of Kuala Lumpur. Make room in your schedule for highlights including Simflightkl.