Flying from Dubai to Jakarta: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Dubai. Check out your options leaving from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) when searching for a flight from Dubai to Jakarta.
Touch down at Jakarta's major hub, Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK).
A direct flight from Dubai to Jakarta takes on average 8 hours 26 minutes. The timezone in Jakarta is UTC+7, which makes it 3 hours ahead of Dubai.
The most popular route for flights from Dubai to Jakarta is from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK). Choose from 20 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to head off first thing, the earliest flight from DXB to CGK is the 04:10 Emirates option. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 10:55 with Emirates.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Dubai to Jakarta.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
To travel to Indonesia for tourism purposes, you'll need a visa if you have a passport from United Arab Emirates. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need other documents depending on the duration and purpose of your stay. Always check the most recent guidelines before booking your cheap flight from Dubai to Jakarta.
Flying from Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
If you're after a direct flight from Dubai to Jakarta, you can depart from Dubai Airport (DXB). Travel from DXB to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) in one seamless journey.
Emirates is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Dubai to Jakarta jetting out of DXB.
We make it a piece of cake to plan a flight from Dubai to Jakarta with a stopover. To see the options leaving from Dubai Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Located around 14 kilometres from central Dubai, DXB can be reached in about 16 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport takes roughly 49 minutes.
After a leisurely start to your break? Stay near Dubai Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Dubai to Jakarta or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Get the most out of your vacation with a stopover on your flight from Dubai to Jakarta. Visit friends or family or cross another city off your list. Whatever you want to do, here's where you can stop between Dubai Airport and Jakarta:
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
DWC is around 56 kilometres from central Dubai. It'll take you 45 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours and 5 minutes.
Start your vacation sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Dubai to Jakarta, unwind in one of these hotels close to Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport:
Arriving in Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) is around 32 kilometres from central Jakarta. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 36 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour and 29 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Dubai to Jakarta, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near CGK:
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP)
Central Jakarta is approximately 14 kilometres from Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP). Once your flight from Dubai to Jakarta has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 27 minutes.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take about 1 hour and 28 minutes.
After your flight from Dubai to Jakarta, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to HLP. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Jakarta
Right now, C$395 is the best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Jakarta. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$688. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To secure cheap flights from Dubai to Jakarta, reserve your trip 9 months ahead of your departure date.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Dubai to Jakarta. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Best time to go to Jakarta
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Dubai to Jakarta. July is the most popular month to visit Jakarta. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Dubai to Jakarta for October if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Jakarta to range from 25ºC to 32ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 24ºC and 31ºC. Search for cheap flights from Dubai to Jakarta sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Jakarta
Once you've booked your flight from Dubai to Jakarta, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Jakarta:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. National Monument of Indonesia, Danau Taman Mini Indonesia Indah and Istiqlal Mosque are must-visits when exploring Jakarta.
Complete your Jakarta trip with a car rental
Explore our lineup of car rentals once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Dubai to Jakarta. Whether you're searching for a compact ride, roomy sedan or something with all the extras, you can compare companies in one go to find the best deal.