Flying from Jakarta to Los Angeles: what you need to know
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) is Jakarta's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Jakarta to Los Angeles leaving from here.
When it comes to landing in Los Angeles, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY) are the primary gateways.
The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-7, which is 14 hours behind Jakarta.
Leave plenty of time to get on your Jakarta to Los Angeles flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jakarta to Los Angeles
To find cheap Jakarta to Los Angeles flights, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
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Flying from Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your Jakarta to Los Angeles flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
CGK is about 19 kilometres from central Jakarta. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving 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 trip time to be around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Jakarta to Los Angeles or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, 73.0% of flights complete their journey on time.
Arriving in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles takes around 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 55 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Jakarta to Los Angeles. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LAX instead:
Grab a Los Angeles International Airport rental car and discover Los Angeles and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are popular providers you can book with here.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport about one week ahead of your Jakarta to Los Angeles flight.
LAX is situated at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Once your flight from Jakarta to Los Angeles has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Los Angeles is roughly 29 kilometres from Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
Travelling by public transport will take approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to VNY. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Jakarta to Los Angeles:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or long cab queues. Grab a Van Nuys Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare offers from Budget, Dollar and Hertz.
Usually, the sooner you book, the better the prices and selection of vehicles. Reserve your ride from VNY the moment you know your dates.
Best time to go to Los Angeles
July is the busiest month for flights from Jakarta to Los Angeles. To avoid the crowds, visit Los Angeles in May.
When booking your Jakarta to Los Angeles tickets, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Look for cheap flights from Jakarta to Los Angeles around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Los Angeles
Start your Los Angeles trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Jakarta to Los Angeles, check out our range of hotels including:
Griffith Observatory and The Broad are just a couple of the popular attractions to put on your Los Angeles travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
Explore more of United States
You've done Los Angeles, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Journey around 177 kilometres south-east to San Diego to check off its must-visit sights. From San Diego Zoo to USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego, there's plenty to keep you busy.
San Jose is another well-known destination in United States and is around 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. No journey is complete without dropping by Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.