Flying from Jakarta to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): What you need to know
Jakarta's main base, Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK), is where great travel stories take off. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Jakarta to Cape Town International Airport (CPT).
The timezone in Cape Town is UTC+2, which is five hours behind Jakarta. Cape Town International Airport is located in Cape Town.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Jakarta to CPT. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Airports in Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Jakarta to CPT with a stopover. To explore your options departing from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between CGK and CPT include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
CGK is about 32 kilometres from central Jakarta. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Soekarno-Hatta International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Jakarta to Cape Town International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
73.0% of flights that take off from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP)
On public transport, you can travel from central Jakarta to HLP in about 1 hour 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 14 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 25 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Halim Perdanakusuma Airport the day before your Jakarta to CPT flight:
About Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Have a late flight from Jakarta to Cape Town International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Check in to one of these hotels near CPT and get cosy, quick:
Travel at your own pace with a Cape Town International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Carwiz or First - Car Hire and chase adventure across Cape Town and beyond.
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Jakarta to Cape Town International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jakarta to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Jakarta to Cape Town International Airport is 389 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 815 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from Jakarta to CPT, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Jakarta to Cape Town International Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Jakarta to CPT.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Jakarta to Cape Town International Airport.
The best time to fly from Jakarta to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Jakarta to Cape Town International Airport (CPT). June is the most popular month to visit Cape Town. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in April.
Book a Jakarta to CPT plane ticket departing in February if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Cape Town to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Jakarta to Cape Town International Airport in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
More about Cape Town
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Cape Town right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Jakarta to Cape Town International Airport:
Your visit to Cape Town isn't complete without checking out the sights. Attractions that should be on your list include Table Mountain, Cecilia, Table Mountain and The Rock.
Explore more of South Africa
Cape Town has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of South Africa just waiting to be explored. About 121 kilometres north-west of Cape Town, a visit to Saldanha will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like North Head Lighthouse, Saldanha Bay Harbour and NG Kerk Saldanha.
If you're looking to explore another corner of South Africa, consider Ceres, about 97 kilometres north-east of Cape Town. Ceres Mountain Fynbos Nature Reserve, Ceres Mosque and Ceres Sportgronde are the start of reasons to visit.