Flying from Jakarta to Bangkok: what you need to know
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) is Jakarta's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Jakarta to Bangkok jetting off from here.
Arrive in Bangkok at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).
Around 3 hours 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Jakarta to Bangkok flight.
Bangkok's timezone is UTC+7, which is the same as Jakarta.
The most popular route for flights from Jakarta to Bangkok is from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). Choose from 39 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to take off at the first opportunity, the earliest flight from CGK to DMK is the 05:00 Thai Lion Air option. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the last available departure is at 20:00 with Indonesia AirAsia.
Leave plenty of time to make your Jakarta to Bangkok flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jakarta to Bangkok
ج.م. 1,957 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Jakarta to Bangkok. A return flight starts at ج.م. 4,734. These fares can change based on availability.
To score cheap Jakarta to Bangkok flights, reserve your trip three months ahead of your planned departure.
June is the best month for landing an incredible deal on a plane ticket from Jakarta to Bangkok. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Flying from Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
You can find a direct flight from Jakarta to Bangkok jetting out of Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK). Board your plane at CGK and then land at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).
These are some of the major airlines offering direct Jakarta to Bangkok plane tickets out of CGK:
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your Jakarta to Bangkok flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. Break up the journey at one of these airports:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
CGK is around 19 kilometres from central Jakarta. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Jakarta to Bangkok? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near Soekarno-Hatta International Airport:
When it comes to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 73.0% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Arriving in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
The distance from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok is approximately 29 kilometres. It'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Jakarta to Bangkok, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near BKK:
Grab a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car and explore Bangkok and beyond with your own wheels. Chic Car Rent, asap car hire and Hertz are leading providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Suvarnabhumi Airport about four weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) is about 21 kilometres from central Bangkok. After your flight from Jakarta to Bangkok, it takes approximately 30 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes.
There are some comfortable places ready to welcome you near DMK. Tuck yourself in after your Jakarta to Bangkok flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Chic Car Rent, asap car hire and Hertz make collecting a Don Mueang International Airport rental car easy and quick. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Call dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from DMK three weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Bangkok
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Jakarta to Bangkok. July is the busiest month for a trip to Bangkok. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
Lock in a Jakarta to Bangkok ticket departing in April if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Bangkok to range from 26ºC to 37ºC.
December has average temperatures of between 19ºC and 33ºC. Look for cheap flights from Jakarta to Bangkok around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Bangkok
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Bangkok right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Jakarta to Bangkok:
Grand Palace and Wat Arun are just a couple of the top attractions to put on your Bangkok must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Wat Phra Kaew.
Explore more of Thailand
You've seen Bangkok, now it's time to discover other corners of Thailand. Travel around 467 kilometres north-east to Udon Thani to check off its leading attractions. From Nong Prajak Public Park to Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Chon Buri is another essential stop in Thailand and is around 64 kilometres south-east of Bangkok. No trip is complete without visiting Wat Ton Son, Forest and Phra Phutthasihing Hall.
