Flying from Washington DC to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK): What you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when organising your flight from Washington DC to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK). Check out your options for leaving from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI).
The timezone in Jakarta is UTC+7, which is 11 hours ahead of Washington DC. Soekarno-Hatta International Airport is located in Jakarta.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Washington DC to CGK. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
In peak travel periods, allow for longer queues and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
DCA is about 8 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
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Of all flights leaving Ronald Reagan National Airport, 76.44% arrive on time at their destination.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Break up your flight from Washington DC to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some top stopovers between Washington Dulles International Airport and CGK include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
IAD is around 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. It'll take you 50 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.
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74.39% of flights out of Washington Dulles International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
The journey to BWI from the centre of Washington DC is around 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you about 50 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Make departure day worry-free — stay near Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and know you'll make it to the terminal with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Washington DC to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport flight:
Flights that take off from BWI arrive at their final stop on schedule 77.13% of the time.
About Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Washington DC to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CGK instead:
Pick up a Soekarno-Hatta International Airport rental car and discover Jakarta and beyond with your own set of wheels. TRAC Astra Rent A Car, Avis and Europcar are popular providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Washington DC to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to central Jakarta
The centre of Jakarta is about 19 kilometres from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary depending on time of day, so do a little research before your trip.
Travelling on public transport takes about 1 hour 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
At the moment, 450 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 693 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Washington DC to CGK. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
Affordable Washington DC to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
July is the busiest month for flights from Washington DC to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK). Visit Jakarta in February for a quieter experience.
Lock in a Washington DC to CGK plane ticket departing in October if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Jakarta to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
More about Jakarta
Start your Jakarta trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. Monumen Nasional, TeamLab Future Park Plaza Indonesia and Istiqlal Mosque are highlights which should be on any good Jakarta itinerary.
Explore more of Indonesia
Jakarta is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Indonesia waiting to be discovered. Around 137 kilometres south-east of Jakarta, a visit to Bandung will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Gedung Merdeka, Jalan Asia Afrika and KidCity Trans Studio Mall Bandung.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Indonesia, head for Bandar Lampung, roughly 177 kilometres north-west of Jakarta. Way Kambas National Park, Pantai Srengsem KAI and Krakatau Monument are key reasons to visit.