Bangkok to Jakarta (BKK–CGK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
BKK–CGK is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Thai Airways, Garuda Indonesia and Ethiopian Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,427 miles in approximately 3h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 47 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TG Thai Airways Also: GF, OS | 14 | 333, 359 | 3h35 | – | Star Alliance | GF, OS |
| GA Garuda Indonesia Also: 6E, PG, SV | 7 | 738 | 3h40 | – | SkyTeam | 6E, PG, SV |
| ET Ethiopian Airlines | 4 | 789 | 3h50 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Jakarta from Bangkok
| Metric | BKK→CGK | DMK→CGK |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from BKK | – | 19 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 5 |
| Weekly flights | 53 | 45 |
| Flight time | 3h 35m | 3h 30m |
Travel Essentials
BKK: +07 · CGK: WIB
When it's 6:00 PM in Bangkok, it's 6:00 PM in Jakarta.
Thai passport holders enter Indonesia visa-free for stays up to 30 days under ASEAN bilateral agreements. No advance application is needed. This applies to tourism only and cannot be extended. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. A return or onward ticket may be requested at immigration.
Airport Rail Link (ARL) runs from Phaya Thai station to Suvarnabhumi in 30 minutes (฿45 City Line; ฿90–130 Express, though Express service is often suspended). Trains run 6am to midnight. Transfer at Makkasan for MRT or Phaya Thai for BTS Skytrain.Metered taxis cost ฿250–400 from central Bangkok plus expressway tolls (฿50–75); expect 40–90 minutes depending on traffic. Avoid non-metered taxis; insist on the meter. Ride-share apps (Grab) are widely used and typically cost ฿200–350.
The airport rail link runs to BNI City Station in central Jakarta (45 minutes, IDR 70,000-100,000). The station is a short walk from Sudirman MRT for onward connections. Trains depart every 30-60 minutes. From arrivals, follow signs to the Soekarno-Hatta train station connected to Terminals 2 and 3. Terminal 1 passengers take the free Skytrain shuttle first.
Grab and Gojek have designated pickup points at each terminal. Expect IDR 150,000-250,000 to central Jakarta and 45-120 minutes depending entirely on traffic. Airport taxis from the official counters cost slightly more but avoid surge pricing. DAMRI buses serve Gambir, Blok M, and several other hubs (IDR 40,000-60,000). Avoid metered taxis that approach you inside the terminal; use the queue outside.
Jakarta is tropical year-round with temperatures locked between 24 and 32 degrees C. There is no cold season. The wet season runs October through May with the heaviest rain in January and February (up to 300mm/month). Afternoon downpours are intense and can flood low-lying roads for hours. The dry season (June-September) brings sunnier days and lower humidity, with August seeing as little as 35mm of rain.
Humidity sits at 75-85% year-round, peaking in the wet season. Thunderstorms during the wet months can cause arrival delays. Pack light, breathable clothing no matter when you visit. A compact umbrella and waterproof bag liner are useful October through March. The dry season is the more comfortable window, with clearer skies and temperatures that feel a few degrees cooler thanks to lower moisture.
BKK–CGK Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BKK to CGK
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) are connected by nonstop service from Ethiopian Airlines, Garuda Indonesia and Thai Airways. With 53 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
BKK to CGK Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BKK to CGK ranges from 3 hours 35 minutes to 3 hours 50 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,427 miles (2,297 km). There are approximately 53 weekly flights outbound and 60 return, totaling 113 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
47 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via SYX. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Bangkok (DMK).