Flying from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to Seattle: what you need to know
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport is located in Jakarta. Following the UTC-7 timezone, Seattle is 14 hours behind Jakarta.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your CGK to Seattle flight.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper flight ticket from CGK to Seattle. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
CGK is around 19 kilometres from central Jakarta. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Seattle? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near CGK:
Of the departures from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, 73.0% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to Seattle
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Seattle flight is $679. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,044. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap flight from CGK to Seattle. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to the centre of Seattle takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 23 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Seattle. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SEA instead:
Grab a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car and discover Seattle and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Europcar and Budget are leading providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport around one week before your flight from CGK to Seattle can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
The centre of Seattle is located around 3 kilometres from Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE). After your flight from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Seattle has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 10 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 25 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places to rest your head close to LKE. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your CGK to Seattle flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Seattle
Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Seattle. The city comes alive in high season, but hotel rates are typically higher and top attractions can get busy. Visit Seattle in low season if you want a quieter vibe.
Lock in a Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Seattle flight ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 28ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CGK to Seattle in February when temperatures average between -1ºC and 11ºC.
More about Seattle
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Seattle right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Seattle:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. LMN Architects, Greyhound: Bus Station and Boeing Radiation Effects Lab are essential stops on your Seattle itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Portland is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Seattle. Around 241 kilometres away to the south, its best attractions include Pioneer Courthouse Square, Portland Japanese Garden and Pittock Mansion.
If you're looking to explore another side of United States, consider Spokane, roughly 370 kilometres east of Seattle. Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls are highlights.
