Travelling from Shanghai to Jakarta: what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Shanghai to Jakarta. Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) are Shanghai's main airports.
Hop off the plane at Jakarta's primary gateway, Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK).
A direct flight from Shanghai to Jakarta takes on average 6 hours 23 minutes. The timezone in Jakarta is UTC+7, meaning it's 1 hour behind Shanghai.
With 32 weekly flights between the two airports, Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) is the most popular route. Hop on the first flight from Shanghai to Jakarta with Garuda Indonesia at 10:05. If you prefer to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest departure from PVG to CGK is with China Eastern Airlines at 17:10.
To ensure you catch your flight from Shanghai to Jakarta, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
You will need a visa for Indonesia if you hold a passport from China and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can be subject to change. So before you lock in those cheap flights from Shanghai to Jakarta, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest updates.
Flying from Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Set out from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) on a nonstop flight from Shanghai to Jakarta. From PVG, you can land directly at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK).
China Eastern Airlines is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Shanghai to Jakarta taking off from PVG.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing flights from Shanghai to Jakarta leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
To reach PVG from central Shanghai, it takes around 49 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching an early flight from Shanghai to Jakarta? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to Shanghai Pudong International Airport:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Split up your flight from Shanghai to Jakarta with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross another place off your list. Some great stopovers between Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Jakarta include:
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
SHA is roughly 14 kilometres from central Shanghai. It'll take 21 minutes or so to reach the airport driving from the city centre.
You're going on holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away from home? Consider staying at one of these accommodation options near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport the day before your flight from Shanghai to Jakarta:
Arriving in Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to the centre of Jakarta takes about 36 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour and 29 minutes to get there by public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Shanghai to Jakarta. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CGK instead:
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP)
The centre of Jakarta is located around 14 kilometres from Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP). Once your flight from Shanghai to Jakarta has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 27 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour and 28 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to HLP. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from Shanghai to Jakarta:
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Jakarta
RM400 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Jakarta. A return flight starts at RM1,101. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
Lock in cheap tickets from Shanghai to Jakarta by booking 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Shanghai to Jakarta. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Best time to go to Jakarta
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Shanghai to Jakarta. July is the most popular month to travel to Jakarta. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Jakarta is October, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Shanghai to Jakarta in this month if you like this kind of weather.
July sees average temperatures of between 24ºC and 31ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Shanghai to Jakarta around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
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. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Jakarta:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. National Monument of Indonesia, Danau Taman Mini Indonesia Indah and Istiqlal Mosque are must-do's during your Jakarta adventure.
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