Travelling from Jakarta to London: what you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Jakarta. Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Jakarta to London departing from here.
Land at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) or London Gatwick Airport (LGW). You can also reach London through Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
London is seven hours behind Jakarta and is in the UTC+0 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to make your Jakarta to London flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jakarta to London
To find cheap Jakarta to London flights, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Jakarta to London throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Flying from Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Jakarta to London flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. Break up the journey at one of these airports:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
CGK is about 19 kilometres from central Jakarta. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing 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 trip time to be around 1 hour 30 minutes.
After a relaxed start to your break? Stay near Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Jakarta to London or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Of all flights departing from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, 73.0% land on schedule at their destination.
Arriving in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London takes around 55 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour.
Consider booking a hotel close to LHR if you have a late flight from Jakarta to London. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a London Heathrow Airport rental car and discover London and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, U-Save and Green Motion are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport about one week in advance of your trip.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is roughly 40 kilometres from the centre of London. After your flight from Jakarta to London, it'll take you approximately 1 hour 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 30 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places to lay your head close to LGW. Kick back after your Jakarta to London flight at any of these well-located options:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia and be on your way in a flash.
Snap up the best price by reserving your ride from LGW three weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Stansted Airport (STN) is about 48 kilometres from the centre of London. It takes about 1 hour to reach the city centre by ride-share or cab once you've hopped off your flight from Jakarta to London.
Public transport can get you there in about 1 hour 25 minutes.
Enjoy an unhurried start to your trip by choosing a hotel near STN after your Jakarta to London flight. Rest up after a long day of travel or simply give yourself time to find your footing in a new city at:
Start your travels without stressing about how to reach your destination with a Stansted Airport rental car. Find your perfect set of wheels with reliable companies here like Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar.
Get a payoff by planning ahead. Book your ride from STN four weeks before your flight from Jakarta to London to access the best rates.
Best time to go to London
February is the quietest month for flights from Jakarta to London, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to London based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your Jakarta to London ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap flights from Jakarta to London around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about London
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in London right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Jakarta to London:
Big Ben and The British Museum are just two of the top attractions to add to your London to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Buckingham Palace.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom waiting to be discovered. Around 161 kilometres north-west of London, a trip to Birmingham will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Bristol is another standout destination in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No trip is complete without a visit to Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.