Flying from Jakarta to London: what you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with working out where you'll leave from in Jakarta. Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Jakarta to London jetting off from here.
London has a range of airports you can fly into. Come in for landing at London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). Alternatively, arrive at London Luton Airport (LTN) or London City Airport (LCY).
The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is seven hours behind Jakarta.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your Jakarta to London flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jakarta to London
To find cheap Jakarta to London flights, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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Flying from Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing Jakarta to London flights leaving from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
CGK is around 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 the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Jakarta to London, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
73.0% of flights departing from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport land at their destination on time.
Arriving in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London is approximately 23 kilometres. It takes around 55 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It usually takes 1 hour to get there on public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Jakarta to London, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near LHR:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and explore beyond London's usual tourist stops.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from London Heathrow Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Central London is about 40 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). After your flight from Jakarta to London has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 1 hour 20 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 30 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to LGW. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Jakarta to London:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Pick up a London Gatwick Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Check out the rates and availability from Green Motion, U-Save and Drivalia.
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at LGW can get you a lower rate.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Hop off your flight from Jakarta to London and head straight for your hotel or start sightseeing right away. Central London is around 48 kilometres from Stansted Airport (STN) and typically takes 1 hour to drive there.
The journey takes about 1 hour 25 minutes if you use public transport.
Enjoy an unhurried start to your trip by choosing a hotel near STN after your Jakarta to London flight. Recover from a day of travel or simply give yourself time to find your footing in a new place at:
Begin your journey without worrying about how to reach your next stop with a Stansted Airport rental car. Book your wheels with reliable names here like Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar.
Around four weeks before your flight from Jakarta to London is the ideal time to book your ride from STN. You're likely to find a better rate or get access to early bird discounts.
Best time to go to London
February is the quietest month for flights from Jakarta to London, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to London based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your Jakarta to London ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap flights from Jakarta to London around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about London
After booking your flight from Jakarta to London, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these options your base for exploring London:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are attractions you won't want to skip in London.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom waiting to be discovered. Around 161 kilometres north-west of London, a trip to Birmingham will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Bristol is another standout destination in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No trip is complete without a visit to Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.