Travelling from Beijing to Jakarta: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can fly out of in Beijing. Explore your options leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX) when reserving your flight from Beijing to Jakarta.
Hop off the plane at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK), the primary gateway of Jakarta.
Around 7 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Beijing to Jakarta flight.
Jakarta's timezone is UTC+7, which makes Jakarta one hour behind Beijing.
The most popular route for flights from Beijing to Jakarta is from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK). Choose from five weekly services between these two airports. If you want to maximise your time on arrival, the earliest flight from PEK to CGK is the 17:30 Air China option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 17:40 with Air China.
Leave plenty of time to get on your Beijing to Jakarta flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Jakarta
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap Beijing to Jakarta flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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Flying from Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Set out from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) on a nonstop flight from Beijing to Jakarta. From PEK, you can travel directly to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK).
Lock in your Beijing to Jakarta plane tickets with Air China. This airline is a top choice for direct flights from PEK.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing Beijing to Jakarta flights leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
PEK is about 26 kilometres from central Beijing. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Beijing Capital International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Beijing to Jakarta or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Beijing Capital International Airport, data shows 79.67% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
The address for PEK is Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Get more out of your holiday with a stopover on your Beijing to Jakarta flight. Visit friends or family or cross another city off your list. Whatever you choose to do, here's where you can stop between Daxing International Airport and Jakarta:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
PKX is about 48 kilometres from central Beijing. It'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Beijing to Jakarta, unwind in one of these hotels near Daxing International Airport:
Daxing International Airport has earned its reputation for punctuality. 89% of flights out of here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.
Arriving in Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) is approximately 19 kilometres from central Jakarta. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 35 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Beijing to Jakarta, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near CGK:
Follow your own route with a Soekarno-Hatta International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from TRAC Astra Rent A Car, Avis or Europcar and find adventure across Jakarta and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport about one week in advance of your Beijing to Jakarta flight.
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP)
After your flight from Beijing to Jakarta has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in around 25 minutes by car. Central Jakarta is roughly 11 kilometres from Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP).
The journey will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Best time to go to Jakarta
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Beijing to Jakarta. July is the busiest month to visit Jakarta. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Jakarta is October, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Beijing to Jakarta ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Beijing to Jakarta in July when temperatures average between 24ºC and 31ºC.
More about Jakarta
Start your Jakarta trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Beijing to Jakarta, check out our range of accommodation options including:
National Monument of Indonesia and Danau Taman Mini Indonesia Indah are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Jakarta must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Istiqlal Mosque.
Explore more of Indonesia
Bandung is just one of the many cities in Indonesia waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Jakarta. Around 121 kilometres to the south-east, popular attractions include Braga Street, Gedung Sate and Bandung Geological Museum (Museum Geologi).
Bekasi is another must-experience destination in Indonesia and is around 19 kilometres east of Jakarta. No trip is complete without a visit to TUGU BEKASI JAKARTA TENGGARA, Hutan Kota Bekasi and Taman Putri.
