Flying from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Jakarta: what you need to know
Jakarta is three hours ahead of Sharjah, where Sharjah International Airport is located. Jakarta runs on the UTC+7 timezone.
To avoid missing your SHJ to Jakarta flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Planning to travel during a peak time like a public holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from SHJ to Jakarta with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Central Sharjah to SHJ is around 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 10 minutes to reach there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Looking for a hotel close to SHJ? If you're boarding an early flight from Sharjah International Airport to Jakarta, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
76.09% of flights that depart Sharjah International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Jakarta
C$298 is currently the best price for a one-way Sharjah International Airport to Jakarta flight. A return flight ticket starts at C$649. These prices can change depending on demand.
To pick up cheap flights from SHJ to Jakarta, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when looking for your Sharjah International Airport to Jakarta ticket.
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Airports in Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
The distance from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to central Jakarta is roughly 32 kilometres. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 30 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Sharjah International Airport to Jakarta. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CGK instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Soekarno-Hatta International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from TRAC Astra Rent A Car, Avis or Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Jakarta and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from SHJ to Jakarta.
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP)
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP) is roughly 14 kilometres from central Jakarta. Once you've disembarked your flight from Sharjah International Airport to Jakarta, it'll take you around 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
Following your SHJ to Jakarta flight, settle in at a hotel near HLP. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Jakarta
Carefully consider your dates before locking in your flight from Sharjah International Airport to Jakarta. The city buzzes during high season, but hotel rates are usually higher and top attractions can get crowded. Plan your trip to Jakarta in the off-season for a quieter vibe.
Before locking in your Sharjah International Airport to Jakarta flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. October is the warmest month in Jakarta, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from SHJ to Jakarta around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Jakarta
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Jakarta right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Sharjah International Airport to Jakarta:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Danau Taman Mini Indonesia Indah, National Monument of Indonesia and Istiqlal Mosque are top attractions which should be on any good Jakarta itinerary.
Explore more of Indonesia
You've seen Jakarta, now it's time to explore more of Indonesia. Journey about 121 kilometres south-east to Bandung to tick off its must-visit sights. From Braga Street to Gedung Sate and Bandung Geological Museum (Museum Geologi), you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 434 kilometres north-west of Jakarta, Palembang is another favourite stop in Indonesia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Ampera Bridge, Benteng Kuto Besak and Kuto Besak Fortress.