Penang to Jakarta (PEN–CGK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
PEN–CGK is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Batik Air Malaysia, Business Air and Indonesia AirAsia lead the route. The flight covers 904 miles in approximately 2h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 25 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OD Batik Air Malaysia Also: ID | 14 | 738 | 2h30 | – | – | ID |
| 8B Business Air | 7 | 320 | 2h25 | – | – | – |
| QZ Indonesia AirAsia | 7 | 320 | 2h30 | – | – | – |
| AK AirAsia | 4 | 320 | 2h20 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Jakarta from Penang
| Metric | PEN→CGK | KNO→CGK | SZB→CGK |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from PEN | – | 150 mi | 173 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 9 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 46 | 331 | 11 |
| Flight time | 2h 20m | 1h 56m | 2h |
Travel Essentials
PEN: +08 · CGK: WIB
When it's 6:00 PM in Penang, it's 5:00 PM in Jakarta.
Malaysian passport holders enter Indonesia visa-free for up to 30 days. This applies to tourism and family visits only. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. The visa-free stay cannot be extended. For longer visits, a Visa on Arrival (VOA) can be purchased at the airport instead, which allows a 30-day extension.
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.
PEN–CGK Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PEN to CGK
Penang International Airport (PEN) and Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) are connected by nonstop service from Business Air, AirAsia, Batik Air Malaysia and Indonesia AirAsia. With 46 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
PEN to CGK Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PEN to CGK ranges from 2 hours 20 minutes to 2 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 904 miles (1,454 km). There are approximately 46 weekly flights outbound and 49 return, totaling 95 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
25 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 10 hours via BKK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Beringin (KNO) and Subang (SZB).