Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Jakarta: what you need to know
London Gatwick Airport is located in London. Based in the UTC+7 timezone, Jakarta is 7 hours ahead of London.
To ensure you get on your flight from LGW to Jakarta, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for flights from LGW to Jakarta, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
You'll need a visa for Indonesia if you have a passport from United Kingdom and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can be subject to change. So before booking your cheap ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Jakarta, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.
LGW is around 80 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour and 19 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 1 hour and 26 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Jakarta? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near LGW:
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Jakarta
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Jakarta is C$539. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$982. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from LGW to Jakarta. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
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Airports in Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Jakarta. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 36 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour and 29 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from London Gatwick Airport to Jakarta. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CGK instead:
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP)
The centre of Jakarta is about 14 kilometres from Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP). After your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Jakarta has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 27 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour and 28 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to HLP. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from LGW to Jakarta:
Best time to go to Jakarta
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Jakarta. July is the most popular month to visit Jakarta. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Before booking a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Jakarta, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. October is the warmest month in Jakarta, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 32ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 24ºC and 31ºC. Search for cheap flights from LGW to Jakarta sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Jakarta
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Jakarta right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Jakarta:
Every great journey has to include a little 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
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