Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Jakarta: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Jakarta is 6 hours 5 minutes.
Jakarta is four hours behind Melbourne, where Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is located. Jakarta runs on the UTC+7 timezone.
With seven flights a week between the two airports, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) is the busiest route. Board Garuda Indonesia's 07:00 flight to get your journey from MEL to CGK underway.
To avoid rushing for your MEL to Jakarta flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
You can book a direct Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Jakarta ticket. Begin your trip at MEL and touch down at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK).
Keep an eye out for promotions from Garuda Indonesia. This carrier has direct flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Jakarta.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from MEL to Jakarta with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
Located around 19 kilometres from central Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Jakarta? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to MEL:
Of all flights leaving Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Jakarta
C$212 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Jakarta flight. Return flight tickets start at C$374. These fares may change based on availability.
Get cheap flights from MEL to Jakarta by booking four months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Plan your trip for August. That's the best month for scoring an awesome deal on Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Jakarta tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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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. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 35 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
If you have a late flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Jakarta, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near CGK:
Pick up a Soekarno-Hatta International Airport rental car and discover Jakarta and beyond with your own wheels. TRAC Astra Rent A Car, Avis and Europcar are top providers you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport about one week in advance of your flight from MEL to Jakarta.
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP)
Once your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Jakarta has landed, you can get to the city centre in around 25 minutes by car. Central Jakarta is roughly 14 kilometres from Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP).
The trip will take about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your MEL to Jakarta flight, kick back at a hotel close to HLP. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Jakarta
Plan your trip to Jakarta during high season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Jakarta during low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Book a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Jakarta flight ticket with a departure in October if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MEL to Jakarta in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
More about Jakarta
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Jakarta right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Jakarta:
Danau Taman Mini Indonesia Indah and National Monument of Indonesia are just two of the leading attractions to add to your Jakarta itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Istiqlal Mosque.
Explore more of Indonesia
You've visited Jakarta, now it's time to discover other corners of Indonesia. Travel around 121 kilometres south-east to Bandung to tick off its top attractions. From Braga Street to Gedung Sate and Bandung Geological Museum (Museum Geologi), there's plenty to keep you busy.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Indonesia, consider Palembang, roughly 434 kilometres north-west of Jakarta. Ampera Bridge, Benteng Kuto Besak and Kuto Besak Fortress are highlights.