Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Jakarta: what you need to know
The timezone in Jakarta is UTC+7. The city is seven hours ahead of London, where London Heathrow Airport is located.
To avoid missing your LHR to Jakarta flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. A good rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight ticket from LHR to Jakarta. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Located around 26 kilometres from the centre of London, LHR can be reached in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
In search of a hotel close to LHR? If you're boarding an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Jakarta, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
Of all flights departing from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Jakarta
$735 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Jakarta flight. A return flight ticket right now is $1,095. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from LHR to Jakarta if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
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Airports in Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Jakarta. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 35 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel close to CGK if you have a late flight from London Heathrow Airport to Jakarta. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Follow your own route with a Soekarno-Hatta International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from TRAC Astra Rent A Car, Avis or Europcar and find adventure across Jakarta and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from LHR to Jakarta.
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP)
The centre of Jakarta is about 14 kilometres from Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP). After your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Jakarta has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 25 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near HLP. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your LHR to Jakarta flight:
Best time to go to Jakarta
Plan your trip to Jakarta during high season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from London Heathrow Airport to Jakarta during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Before locking in your London Heathrow Airport to Jakarta flight ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. October is the warmest month in Jakarta, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 32ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LHR to Jakarta in July when temperatures average between 24ºC and 31ºC.
More about Jakarta
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Jakarta right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Jakarta:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Danau Taman Mini Indonesia Indah, National Monument of Indonesia and Istiqlal Mosque are leading attractions which should be on any good Jakarta itinerary.
Explore more of Indonesia
Bandung is just one of the many cities in Indonesia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Jakarta. Around 121 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Braga Street, Gedung Sate and Bandung Geological Museum (Museum Geologi).
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Indonesia, head for Palembang, about 434 kilometres north-west of Jakarta. Ampera Bridge, Benteng Kuto Besak and Kuto Besak Fortress are the start of reasons to visit.