Travelling from Paris to Jakarta: what you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when planning your flight from Paris to Jakarta. Explore your options for jetting out of Paris from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA).
Touch down at Jakarta's primary hub, Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK).
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from Paris to Jakarta. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as June and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you have a passport from France, you'll need a visa to visit Indonesia. This applies if you're booking a cheap flight from Paris to Jakarta for tourism purposes. Requirements may be different if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines ahead of booking and definitely before flying.
Flying from Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Paris to Jakarta. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Charles de Gaulle Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Located around 27 kilometres from the centre of Paris, CDG can be reached in approximately 44 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Paris to Jakarta? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near Charles de Gaulle Airport:
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Make the most of your vacation with a stopover on your flight from Paris to Jakarta. Visit family or friends or tick a new city off your bucket list. Whatever you want to do, here's where you can stop between Charles de Gaulle Airport and Jakarta:
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
On public transport, you can travel from central Paris to ORY in about 57 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 34 minutes.
You're going on vacation, so why not book an additional night away? Consider staying at one of these hotels near Paris Orly Airport the day before your flight from Paris to Jakarta:
Arriving in Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to the centre of Jakarta is around 36 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour and 29 minutes to get there using public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Paris to Jakarta. Book one of these accommodation options near CGK instead:
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP)
The centre of Jakarta is located around 14 kilometres from Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP). As soon as your flight from Paris to Jakarta has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 27 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour and 28 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable hotels ready to welcome you near HLP. Unwind after your flight from Paris to Jakarta at any of these well-located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Jakarta
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Paris to Jakarta is C$516. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$819. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap flights from Paris to Jakarta if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Paris to Jakarta is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across each month and snap up a great deal.
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Best time to go to Jakarta
February is the quietest month for flights from Paris to Jakarta, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Jakarta based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Paris to Jakarta for October if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Jakarta to range from 25ºC to 32ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap ticket from Paris to Jakarta in July when temperatures average between 24ºC and 31ºC.
More about Jakarta
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Jakarta right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Paris to Jakarta:
National Monument of Indonesia and Danau Taman Mini Indonesia Indah are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to put on your Jakarta to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Istiqlal Mosque.
Complete your Jakarta trip with a car rental
Browse our range of car rentals once you've found your hotel and cheap flight from Paris to Jakarta. Whether you're looking for a compact ride, spacious sedan or something in between, you can compare companies in one go to find the perfect deal.