Travelling from Taipei to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK): what you need to know
Taipei has a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Taipei to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) flying out of Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) or Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA).
5 hours 20 minutes is the average journey time for a direct flight from Taipei to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport.
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport is located in Jakarta. The city operates in the UTC+7 timezone and is 1 hour behind Taipei.
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) is the most popular route. There are 86 direct flights a week to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, hop on the last flight with China Airlines at 20:10. Opt for the first TPE to CGK departure with EVA Air at 09:00 if you want to get going earlier.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Taipei to CGK.
Popular months like August or other busy periods mean bigger queues and potential delays. Get a head start by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Taipei to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) can be booked from this terminal.
You can get away on a direct flight from Taipei to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport with EVA Air. This popular carrier operates services from TPE.
TPE is approximately 48 kilometres from central Taipei. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential traveller tool will show you the best route and available public transport options.
Need a handy hotel close to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Taipei to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
Looking to fly out of Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)? You can reserve a direct flight from Taipei to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) out of this busy hub.
Catch your direct flight from Taipei to CGK with China Airlines. This is one of the main carriers operating this route out of TSA.
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Taipei to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, here's where you can stop when departing from Taipei Songshan Airport:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
You can get to TSA from central Taipei in approximately 19 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes to cover the 6 kilometres or so.
You're off on holiday, so why not enjoy an additional night away? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Taipei Songshan Airport the day before your flight from Taipei to CGK:
About Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Reserve a hotel close to CGK if you're catching a late flight from Taipei to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to central Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to the centre of Jakarta is about 36 minutes in a car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
It takes around 1 hour and 29 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Taipei to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
For a one-way ticket from Taipei to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, $137 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip starting from $298. These are currently the lowest fares and may differ based on availability.
You're more likely to find flight tickets from Taipei to CGK when you book 4 months ahead of takeoff. We crunched the flight price data and found that's when fares on this route are typically at their lowest.
January is the cheapest month for tickets from Taipei to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Taipei to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
July is the most popular month to catch a flight from Taipei to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Jakarta, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Jakarta. October is known as the warmest month. Book your flights from Taipei to CGK during then and you can expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 32ºC.
Visit in July if you want to explore when it's cooler. Temperatures average between 24ºC and 31ºC. However, this city promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Taipei to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport.
More about Jakarta
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Jakarta right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Taipei to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. National Monument of Indonesia, Danau Taman Mini Indonesia Indah and Istiqlal Mosque are must-visits when exploring Jakarta.
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