Flying from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Jakarta: what you need to know
Jakarta is 11 hours ahead of Ottawa, where Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is located. Jakarta runs on the UTC+7 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your YOW to Jakarta flight.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Ottawa, YOW can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Jakarta? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near YOW:
58.21% of flights taking off from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport reach their destination on time.
You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Jakarta
The best price we've seen for a one-way Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Jakarta flight is 498 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 969 €. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from YOW to Jakarta. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Finding cheap tickets from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Jakarta is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to access the lowest fares across each month and pick up a fantastic deal.
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Airports in Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) is around 32 kilometres from central Jakarta. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 35 minutes.
Getting there by public transport takes around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel near CGK if you have a late flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Jakarta. Pick one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Soekarno-Hatta International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from TRAC Astra Rent A Car, Avis or Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Jakarta and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport around one week in advance of your flight from YOW to Jakarta.
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP)
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP) is roughly 14 kilometres from central Jakarta. Once you've hopped off your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Jakarta, it'll take you around 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to HLP. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your YOW to Jakarta flight:
Best time to go to Jakarta
Plan your trip to Jakarta in peak season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Jakarta during low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
The warmest month in Jakarta is October, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Jakarta plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YOW to Jakarta in July when temperatures average between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
More about Jakarta
After booking your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Jakarta, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Jakarta:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Danau Taman Mini Indonesia Indah, National Monument of Indonesia and Istiqlal Mosque are top sights which should feature on every Jakarta itinerary.
Explore more of Indonesia
You've done Jakarta, now it's time to discover other corners of Indonesia. Journey about 121 kilometres south-east to Bandung to tick off its must-visit sights. From Braga Street to Gedung Sate and Bandung Geological Museum (Museum Geologi), you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Palembang is another well-known destination in Indonesia and is around 434 kilometres north-west of Jakarta. No journey is complete without a visit to Ampera Bridge, Benteng Kuto Besak and Kuto Besak Fortress.