Travelling from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
The timezone in San Francisco is UTC-7, which is 14 hours behind Jakarta.
Your CGK to SFO flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between CGK and SFO include:
Hong Kong International Airport
Changi International Airport
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
319 € is the best price for a one-way Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. A return flight starts at 560 €. These prices may change depending on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CGK to SFO if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across each month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Of the departures from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, 73.0% touch down on time at their destination.
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Jakarta. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to San Francisco International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to CGK:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
If you're landing on a late Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these options near SFO:
Go where the road takes you with a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and chase adventure across San Francisco and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from San Francisco International Airport around one week ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
From San Francisco International Airport, San Francisco is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The quietest month for a flight from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit San Francisco based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to San Francisco International Airport for September if you want to explore San Francisco during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CGK to SFO sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've seen San Francisco, now it's time to explore other parts of United States. Journey around 64 kilometres south-east to San Jose to check off its leading attractions. From Winchester Mystery House to Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Fresno is another favourite destination in United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. No trip is complete without visiting Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden.