Flying from Jakarta to Shanghai: what you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in Jakarta. Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Jakarta to Shanghai departing from here.
When landing in Shanghai, Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) are the major entry points.
The average length of a direct Jakarta to Shanghai flight is 6 hours 20 minutes.
Shanghai is one hour ahead of Jakarta and follows the UTC+8 timezone.
With 14 weekly flights between the two airports, Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is the most popular route. Board the earliest flight from Jakarta to Shanghai with China Eastern Airlines at 23:30. If you'd like to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest departure from CGK to PVG is with Garuda Indonesia at 23:55.
Allow plenty of time to get on your Jakarta to Shanghai flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jakarta to Shanghai
ر.ق. 439 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Jakarta to Shanghai. A return flight starts at ر.ق. 884. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
Score cheap Jakarta to Shanghai flights by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
May is the best month for picking up an amazing deal on a plane ticket from Jakarta to Shanghai. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Flying from Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
You can catch a direct flight from Jakarta to Shanghai leaving from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK). Start your journey at CGK and come in for landing at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).
China Eastern Airlines is a well-known carrier that offers direct Jakarta to Shanghai plane tickets from CGK.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Jakarta to Shanghai flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
CGK is about 19 kilometres from central Jakarta. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Soekarno-Hatta International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Jakarta to Shanghai, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, data shows 73.0% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Arriving in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The distance from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai is roughly 32 kilometres. It'll take you about 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Jakarta to Shanghai, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near PVG:
Set your own pace with a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Shanghai that most tourists miss.
Reserve your vehicle from Shanghai Pudong International Airport several weeks ahead to get the best possible rate. If you're travelling during a peak period, it's smart to book your Jakarta to Shanghai flight even earlier.
The address for PVG is No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) is roughly 13 kilometres from the centre of Shanghai. Once you've hopped off your flight from Jakarta to Shanghai, it'll take you approximately 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
After your flight from Jakarta to Shanghai, unwind at a hotel close to SHA. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Crank up the tunes and hit the road in a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz and start exploring right away.
Typically, the earlier you book, the better the prices and vehicle selection. Reserve your ride from SHA as soon as you know your dates.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Best time to go to Shanghai
April is the most popular month for flights from Jakarta to Shanghai. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Shanghai in April.
When booking your Jakarta to Shanghai tickets, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 34ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap flights from Jakarta to Shanghai around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Shanghai
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Shanghai right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Jakarta to Shanghai:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. The Bund Sightseeing Avenue, Yu Garden and Shanghai Tower are attractions you won't want to skip in Shanghai.
Explore more of China
Shanghai is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of China you'll want to see. About 274 kilometres west of Shanghai, a trip to Nanjing will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
If you want to check out another major stop in China, head for Suzhou, roughly 80 kilometres west of Shanghai. Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower are key reasons to visit.
