Flying from Jakarta to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
Jakarta's main base, Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore your departure choices from here for your flight from Jakarta to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
Los Angeles International Airport is located in Los Angeles. The city operates in the UTC-7 timezone and is 14 hours behind Jakarta.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Jakarta to LAX.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Airports in Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for flights from Jakarta to LAX departing from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
From the centre of Jakarta, CGK is approximately 32 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Catching an early flight from Jakarta to Los Angeles International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Soekarno-Hatta International Airport:
About Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Jakarta to Los Angeles International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near LAX:
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
From Los Angeles International Airport, Los Angeles is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 32 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 54 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jakarta to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
ج.م. 17,285 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Jakarta to Los Angeles International Airport. Return flights start from ج.م. 33,627. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Jakarta to LAX if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your ticket from Jakarta to Los Angeles International Airport.
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Play around with the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Jakarta to Los Angeles International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
The best time to fly from Jakarta to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
July is the busiest month to board a flight from Jakarta to Los Angeles International Airport while May is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Los Angeles, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
When booking your flight from Jakarta to LAX, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Jakarta to Los Angeles International Airport in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC and 26ºC on average.
More about Los Angeles
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Los Angeles right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Jakarta to Los Angeles International Airport:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum are attractions you won't want to skip in Los Angeles.
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