How to travel from Soekarno–Hatta International Airport (CGK) to Jakarta, Indonesia

The distance between Soekarno–Hatta International Airport (CGK) and Jakarta is around 29km (18 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a taxi which takes around 23min.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Soekarno–Hatta International Airport (CGK) to Jakarta by bus, train, taxi and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out JakartaSoekarno–Hatta International Airport (CGK) if you're planning a return trip.

💰 Cheapest
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bus
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Bus

Take the bus to Jalan MH Thamrin.

  • Duration28min
  • Departsevery 15 mins
  • Typical cost
    IDR 44,935($3)
Operated by

JA Connexion (by Perum PPD)

+ 2 others
2
train
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Train

Take the train to Manggarai.

  • Duration56min
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    IDR 74,890($5)
Operated by

Railink

🚀 Fastest
3
taxi
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Taxi

Take a taxi to Jakarta.

  • Duration23min
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    IDR 194,715($13)
Operated by

Grab Taxi

+ 2 others
4
car
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Drive

Drive to Jakarta.

  • Duration23min
  • Distance31km (19 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Soekarno–Hatta International Airport (CGK) and Jakarta

There are several options for getting from Soekarno–Hatta International Airport (CGK) to Jakarta by bus, train, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around IDR 44,935 ($3) and will take around 28min. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take a taxi and arrive in approximately 23min, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 194,715 ($13).

The distance between Soekarno–Hatta International Airport (CGK) and Jakarta is around 29km (18 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 20km (12 miles)

It takes around 28min to get from Soekarno–Hatta International Airport (CGK) and Jakarta by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 23min to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Soekarno–Hatta International Airport (CGK) to Jakarta is to take a taxi which takes around 23min and will set you back approx IDR 194,715 ($13).

The cheapest way to travel between Soekarno–Hatta International Airport (CGK) and Jakarta, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around IDR 44,935 ($3) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Soekarno–Hatta International Airport (CGK) and Jakarta. It typically takes around 56min and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Soekarno–Hatta International Airport (CGK) and Jakarta with no changeovers required. The train runs hourly and takes 56min.

Railink run train services between Soekarno–Hatta International Airport (CGK) and Jakarta. Trains depart hourly and will take around 56min, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Soekarno–Hatta International Airport (CGK) and Jakarta. It typically takes around 28min and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Soekarno–Hatta International Airport (CGK) and Jakarta with no changeovers required. The bus runs hourly and takes 28min.

JA Connexion (by Perum PPD) run regular bus services between Soekarno–Hatta International Airport (CGK) and Jakarta. Buses run hourly and take around 28min on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

The easiest way to get to Jakarta from Soekarno–Hatta International Airport (CGK) is to take a taxi which will take 23min and cost around IDR 194,715 ($13).

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Soekarno–Hatta International Airport (CGK) to Jakarta. We recommend that you take the bus to Jalan MH Thamrin. instead which will take 28min.

The closest major airport to Jakarta is Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP) (HLP) which is approximately 12km (8 miles) from Jakarta. Soekarno–Hatta International Airport (CGK) (CGK) and Husein Sastranegara International Airport (BDO) (BDO) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Soekarno–Hatta International Airport (CGK) and Jakarta. The distance is around 31km (19 miles) by road and it will take around 23min in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Soekarno–Hatta International Airport (CGK) to Jakarta is to take the bus which takes, on average, 28min and will usually cost around IDR 44,935 ($3).

How do I get from Soekarno–Hatta International Airport (CGK) to Jakarta

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Transport options from Soekarno–Hatta International Airport (CGK) to Jakarta
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus
28min
IDR 44,935($3)
every 15 mins29km (18 miles)
Train
56min
IDR 74,890($5)
hourly38km (23 miles)
Taxi
23min
IDR 194,715($13)
on demand31km (19 miles)
Drive
23min
IDR 29,955($2)
on demand31km (19 miles)

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Airports near Jakarta

The following major airports near Jakarta offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Indonesia and internationally.

HLP
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP)
Domestic Airport
Distance
12km (8 miles) from Jakarta
CGK
Soekarno–Hatta International Airport (CGK)
International Airport
Distance
20km (12 miles) from Jakarta
BDO
Husein Sastranegara International Airport (BDO)
International Airport
Distance
116km (72 miles) from Jakarta