Travelling from Jacksons International Airport (POM) to Jakarta: what you need to know
Jacksons International Airport is located in Port Moresby. Based in the UTC+7 timezone, Jakarta is three hours behind Port Moresby.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your POM to Jakarta flight.
Travelling during a popular month such as June? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from POM to Jakarta with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
To get to POM from central Port Moresby, it takes around 15 minutes if you're going by car. It's roughly 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
In search of a hotel close to POM? If you've booked an early flight from Jacksons International Airport to Jakarta, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Jacksons International Airport, data shows 59.86% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jacksons International Airport (POM) to Jakarta
₹ 40,955 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Jacksons International Airport to Jakarta flight. A return flight ticket right now is ₹ 101,014. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from POM to Jakarta, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Jacksons International Airport to Jakarta across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Find an affordable flight from Jacksons International Airport to Jakarta with the help of our filters. Select your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
The distance from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to central Jakarta is roughly 32 kilometres. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport takes around 1 hour 30 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Jacksons International Airport to Jakarta. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CGK instead:
Explore without limits with a Soekarno-Hatta International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from TRAC Astra Rent A Car, Avis or Europcar and chase adventure across Jakarta and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport around one week in advance of your flight from POM to Jakarta.
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP)
Central Jakarta is around 14 kilometres from Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP). After your flight from Jacksons International Airport to Jakarta has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 25 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near HLP. Kick back and get cosy after your POM to Jakarta flight at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Jakarta
Plan your trip to Jakarta during peak season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Jacksons International Airport to Jakarta during low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
The warmest month in Jakarta is October, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 32ºC. Book your Jacksons International Airport to Jakarta plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from POM to Jakarta in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC and 31ºC on average.
More about Jakarta
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Jakarta right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Jacksons International Airport to Jakarta:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Danau Taman Mini Indonesia Indah, National Monument of Indonesia and Istiqlal Mosque are must-visits when exploring Jakarta.
Explore more of Indonesia
Bandung is just one of the many cities in Indonesia waiting to be explored after you've experienced Jakarta. Around 121 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Braga Street, Gedung Sate and Bandung Geological Museum (Museum Geologi).
Palembang is another standout destination in Indonesia and is around 434 kilometres north-west of Jakarta. No trip is complete without experiencing Ampera Bridge, Benteng Kuto Besak and Kuto Besak Fortress.