Traveling from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Jakarta: what you need to know
Auckland Airport is located in Auckland. Operating on the UTC+7 timezone, Jakarta is 6 hours behind Auckland.
To ensure you get on your flight from AKL to Jakarta, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from traveling — and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for flights from AKL to Jakarta, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
To travel to Indonesia for tourism purposes, you'll need a visa if you have a passport from New Zealand. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need other documents depending on the purpose and length of your visit. Always check the latest guidelines before reserving your cheap ticket from Auckland Airport to Jakarta.
Located around 27 kilometers from the center of Auckland, AKL can be reached in approximately 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour and 24 minutes.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near AKL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Auckland Airport to Jakarta or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Jakarta
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Auckland Airport to Jakarta is $291. The cheapest price for a return flight is $603. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from AKL to Jakarta if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for your ticket from Auckland Airport to Jakarta.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. We'll notify you right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you the hassle of looking for cheap tickets from AKL to Jakarta every day.
Make the most of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Auckland Airport to Jakarta, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Airports in Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to central Jakarta is approximately 32 kilometers. It takes around 36 minutes to get to the center driving.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 29 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Auckland Airport to Jakarta, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near CGK:
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP)
As soon as your flight from Auckland Airport to Jakarta has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city center in about 27 minutes by car. Central Jakarta is roughly 14 kilometers from Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP).
Traveling by public transport will take approximately 1 hour and 28 minutes.
After your flight from AKL to Jakarta, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to HLP. These are some great options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Jakarta
July is the busiest month to catch a flight from Auckland Airport to Jakarta while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Jakarta, consider the pace you like to travel at.
The warmest month in Jakarta is October, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Auckland Airport to Jakarta in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
July sees average temperatures of between 24ºC and 31ºC. Search for cheap flights from AKL to Jakarta sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Jakarta
Start your Jakarta trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Auckland Airport to Jakarta, check out our selection of hotels including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. National Monument of Indonesia, Danau Taman Mini Indonesia Indah and Istiqlal Mosque are essential stops on your Jakarta itinerary.
Complete your Jakarta trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Jakarta and see the sights on your own schedule. Easily compare rates in one go to find your ideal ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Auckland Airport to Jakarta.