Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Jakarta: what you need to know
London Gatwick Airport is located in London. Following the UTC+7 timezone, Jakarta is seven hours ahead of London.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your LGW to Jakarta flight.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing for flight tickets from LGW to Jakarta, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
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The journey from central London to LGW takes around 30 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 1 hour 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Jakarta? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near LGW:
69.26% of flights that leave from London Gatwick Airport make it to their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Jakarta
ر.ق. 1,200 is currently the best price for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Jakarta flight. A return flight ticket starts from ر.ق. 2,217. These fares may change based on availability.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from LGW to Jakarta. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when looking for your London Gatwick Airport to Jakarta ticket.
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Airports in Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) is around 32 kilometres from central Jakarta. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 35 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Look into staying at a hotel near CGK if you're coming in on a late flight from London Gatwick Airport to Jakarta. Settle into one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Soekarno-Hatta International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from TRAC Astra Rent A Car, Avis or Europcar to explore Jakarta and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from LGW to Jakarta.
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP)
The centre of Jakarta is around 14 kilometres from Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP). Once your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Jakarta has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 25 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near HLP. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your LGW to Jakarta flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Jakarta
Before scheduling your flights from London Gatwick Airport to Jakarta, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Jakarta offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the low season brings cheaper hotel deals and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Jakarta is October, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your London Gatwick Airport to Jakarta flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from LGW to Jakarta in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC and 31ºC on average.
More about Jakarta
After booking your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Jakarta, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Jakarta:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Danau Taman Mini Indonesia Indah, National Monument of Indonesia and Istiqlal Mosque are top sights which should feature on every Jakarta itinerary.
Explore more of Indonesia
You've seen Jakarta, now it's time to explore other parts of Indonesia. Travel about 121 kilometres south-east to Bandung to tick off its leading sights. From Braga Street to Gedung Sate and Bandung Geological Museum (Museum Geologi), there's plenty to keep you busy.
Palembang is another well-known destination in Indonesia and is around 434 kilometres north-west of Jakarta. No journey is complete without seeing Ampera Bridge, Benteng Kuto Besak and Kuto Besak Fortress.
