Flying from New York to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK): What you need to know
When searching for your flight from New York to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK), there's a good range of airports you can take off from. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are New York's major terminals.
Jakarta is 11 hours ahead of New York. Soekarno-Hatta International Airport is located in Jakarta, which operates on the UTC+7 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from New York to CGK, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
With more travellers during high season, it's smart to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you deal with any delays.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from New York to CGK leaving from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
JFK is about 48 kilometres from central New York. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
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Of the flights that depart from John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Break up your flight from New York to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross another place off your list. Some top stopovers between Newark Liberty International Airport and CGK are:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
EWR is around 24 kilometres from central New York. It takes 30 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your New York to CGK flight? Relax in a hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 73.3%.
The address for EWR is Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
The journey to LGA from the centre of New York is around 1 hour on public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you roughly 25 minutes to cover the 18 kilometres or so.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your New York to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near LaGuardia Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're flying out first thing:
LGA has an on-time performance rate of 80.0%. This means the majority of its flights land on schedule and your trip runs like clockwork.
LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Have a late flight from New York to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near CGK and turn out the lights sooner:
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Booking your ride around one week in advance of your New York to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to central Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to the centre of Jakarta is around 19 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport is ر.ق. 1,734. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ر.ق. 3,220. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from New York to CGK, book early. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from New York to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
July is when most people book flights from New York to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK). Visit Jakarta in February for a more low-key escape.
Book a New York to CGK flight ticket departing in October if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Jakarta to range from 25ºC to 32ºC.
July has temperatures of between 24ºC and 31ºC. Look for cheap tickets from New York to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Jakarta
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Jakarta right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from New York to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport:
Your trip to Jakarta won't be complete without checking out the sights. Major attractions that are worth your time include Monumen Nasional, TeamLab Future Park Plaza Indonesia and Istiqlal Mosque.
Explore more of Indonesia
Bandung is just one of the many places in Indonesia waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Jakarta. Around 137 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Gedung Merdeka, Jalan Asia Afrika and KidCity Trans Studio Mall Bandung.
Bandar Lampung is another must-experience destination in Indonesia and is around 177 kilometres north-west of Jakarta. No trip is complete without experiencing Way Kambas National Park, Pantai Srengsem KAI and Krakatau Monument.
