Flying from Jakarta to Seattle: what you need to know
Soekarno-Hatta Airport (CGK) is Jakarta's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Jakarta to Seattle departing from here.
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Seattle Lake Union SPB Airport (LKE) are Seattle's primary gateways.
The timezone in Seattle is UTC-8, which is 15 hours behind Jakarta.
Leave plenty of time to catch your Jakarta to Seattle flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jakarta to Seattle
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Jakarta to Seattle flights if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
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Flying from Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta Airport (CGK)
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Jakarta to Seattle flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Soekarno-Hatta Airport. Take a pause at one of these airports:
Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE)
Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
From the centre of Jakarta, CGK is around 19 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to get there.
After a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Soekarno-Hatta Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Jakarta to Seattle or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
73% of flights leaving from Soekarno-Hatta Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Seattle
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle takes around 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Jakarta to Seattle, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near SEA:
Grab a Seattle / Tacoma International Airport rental car and explore Seattle and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Europcar and Budget are well-known companies to choose from here.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport about one week before your departure date.
Paine Field Airport (PAE)
As soon as your flight from Jakarta to Seattle has arrived, you can get to the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Seattle is approximately 32 kilometres from Paine Field Airport (PAE).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 40 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places to lay your head close to PAE. Kick back after your Jakarta to Seattle flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Grab a Paine Field Airport rental car and make your journey as spontaneous as you want. You can choose from top outlets like Budget and Enterprise.
Avoid the long lines and paperwork at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from PAE ahead of time so you can simply grab the keys and get going.
Seattle Boeing Fld Airport (BFI)
Hop off your flight from Jakarta to Seattle and head directly to your hotel or jump right into sightseeing. Central Seattle is around 11 kilometres from Seattle Boeing Fld Airport (BFI) and typically takes 20 minutes to reach driving.
The journey will take around 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Whether you want a zippy mini for solo travel or a roomy SUV to fit a group of friends, you'll find the perfect Seattle Boeing Fld Airport rental car for you. Explore the range of wheels available here from names such as Alamo, Budget and Avis.
If you're hoping for a particular type of vehicle, booking early increases your chances of getting what you want. Reserve your ride from BFI a few weeks ahead of your flight from Jakarta to Seattle.
Best time to go to Seattle
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Jakarta to Seattle. July is the most popular month for a trip to Seattle. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in March.
The warmest month in Seattle is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Jakarta to Seattle ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap flights from Jakarta to Seattle in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
More about Seattle
Once you've booked your flight from Jakarta to Seattle, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Seattle:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Space Needle, Pike Place Fish Market and The Museum of Flight are highlights which should feature on every Seattle itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Portland is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Seattle. Around 241 kilometres to the south, its top attractions include Portland Japanese Garden, Peninsula Park Rose Garden and International Rose Test Garden.
Spokane is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 370 kilometres east of Seattle. No trip is complete without experiencing Riverside State Park, Spokane Falls (Upper Falls) and Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes.