Flying from Jakarta to Beijing: what you need to know
Jakarta's main base, Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK), is where countless awesome vacations begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Jakarta to Beijing.
When working out where to arrive in Beijing, Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Daxing International Airport (PKX) are the primary gateways.
7 hours 4 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Jakarta to Beijing. Based in the UTC+8 timezone, Beijing is 1 hour ahead of Jakarta.
The busiest route for flights from Jakarta to Beijing is from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). There are 5 services every week between these two airports. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from CGK to PEK is the 22:45 Air China service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 22:45 with Air China.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Jakarta to Beijing. As a rule of thumb, arrive 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 lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
To enter China for tourism purposes, you will need an embassy visa if you hold a passport from Indonesia. However, visa rules are subject to change and other documentation may be needed depending on the length and purpose of your trip. Always check the most up-to-date guidelines before reserving your cheap flight from Jakarta to Beijing.
Flying from Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
You can catch a direct flight from Jakarta to Beijing taking off from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK). Start your trip at CGK and land at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK).
When jetting out of CGK, you can catch a direct flight from Jakarta to Beijing with Air China.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even tour another city. When searching for flights from Jakarta to Beijing departing from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Jakarta, CGK can be reached in approximately 36 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 29 minutes.
After a leisurely start to your break? Stay near Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Jakarta to Beijing or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to central Beijing is roughly 31 kilometres. It'll take you about 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Jakarta to Beijing. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PEK instead:
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
After your flight from Jakarta to Beijing has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in around 1 hour and 3 minutes by car. Central Beijing is approximately 56 kilometres from Daxing International Airport (PKX).
After your flight from Jakarta to Beijing, kick back at a hotel close to PKX. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
How to find the cheapest flights from Jakarta to Beijing
C$218 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Jakarta to Beijing. A return flight starts at C$408. These fares may change based on demand.
Book 9 months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap flights from Jakarta to Beijing.
The cheapest month for tickets from Jakarta to Beijing is May. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the dates with the lowest fares.
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Best time to go to Beijing
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Jakarta to Beijing. July is the busiest month to travel to Beijing. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Jakarta to Beijing, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Beijing, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC to 35ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Jakarta to Beijing in January when temperatures average between -11ºC and 3ºC.
More about Beijing
Once you've booked your flight from Jakarta to Beijing, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Beijing:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square are essential stops on your Beijing itinerary.
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