Flying from Glasgow to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can take off from in Glasgow. Explore your options leaving from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) when planning your flight from Glasgow to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK).
Jakarta is seven hours ahead of Glasgow. Soekarno-Hatta International Airport is located in Jakarta, which is in the UTC+7 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Glasgow to CGK, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
With more people on the move during high season, it's smart to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow for extra wait times.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Whether you'd like to discover a new place on the way or just have a break, we make it a breeze to find a flight with a stopover. To compare your options leaving from Glasgow International Airport (GLA), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Dubai Airport (DXB) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Glasgow to CGK.
Travelling from central Glasgow to GLA takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Glasgow International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Glasgow to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
70.07% of flights that leave from Glasgow International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
PIK is about 48 kilometres from central Glasgow. It'll take you 40 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Glasgow to CGK flight, stay in one of these hotels near Glasgow Prestwick Airport:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76.7%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that take off from this airport land at their destination on time.
About Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Consider staying in a hotel close to CGK if you have a late flight from Glasgow to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Soekarno-Hatta International Airport rental car and discover Jakarta and beyond with your own set of wheels. TRAC Astra Rent A Car, Avis and Europcar are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride around one week ahead of your Glasgow to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport flight.
Getting from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to central Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Jakarta. How long it'll take to get there by car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport is ج.م. 22,183. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 34,545. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Glasgow to CGK if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Glasgow to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Glasgow to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Glasgow to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK). July is the peak month for travel to Jakarta. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, go in February.
Before locking in your Glasgow to CGK flight ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. October is the warmest month in Jakarta, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 32ºC.
July has temperatures of between 24ºC and 31ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Glasgow to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Jakarta
Once you've booked your flight from Glasgow to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Jakarta:
Your Jakarta visit should come with a side of sightseeing. Major attractions worth exploring include Monumen Nasional, TeamLab Future Park Plaza Indonesia and Istiqlal Mosque.
Explore more of Indonesia
Bandung is just one of the many cities in Indonesia waiting to be explored after you've experienced Jakarta. Around 137 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Gedung Merdeka, Jalan Asia Afrika and KidCity Trans Studio Mall Bandung.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Indonesia, consider Bandar Lampung, about 177 kilometres north-west of Jakarta. Way Kambas National Park, Pantai Srengsem KAI and Krakatau Monument are key reasons to visit.
