Travelling from Sao Paulo to Jakarta: what you need to know
Sao Paulo is home to a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Sao Paulo to Jakarta flying out of Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) or Viracopos Airport (VCP).
Disembark at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK), the major arrival point in Jakarta.
Jakarta is ten hours ahead of Sao Paulo and is in the UTC+7 timezone.
To ensure you board your Sao Paulo to Jakarta flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Jakarta
Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap Sao Paulo to Jakarta flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
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Flying from Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
We make it a breeze to find a Sao Paulo to Jakarta flight with a stopover. To see your options departing from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Travelling from central Sao Paulo to GRU takes about 1 hour 20 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Sao Paulo to Jakarta? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport:
When it comes to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 75.54% of flights complete their journey on time.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
VCP is about 80 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. It'll take you 1 hour 15 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 3 hours 25 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Sao Paulo to Jakarta? Check in to a hotel near Viracopos Airport before your trip officially starts. Consider one of these stays:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Viracopos Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 75%.
Arriving in Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Jakarta. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 35 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near CGK if you have a late flight from Sao Paulo to Jakarta. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Soekarno-Hatta International Airport rental car and explore Jakarta and beyond with your own wheels. TRAC Astra Rent A Car, Avis and Europcar are popular providers to choose from here.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport around one week ahead of your departure.
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP)
The centre of Jakarta is about 11 kilometres from Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP). As soon as your flight from Sao Paulo to Jakarta has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 25 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Best time to go to Jakarta
February is the quietest month for flights from Sao Paulo to Jakarta, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Jakarta based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in a Sao Paulo to Jakarta ticket departing in October if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Jakarta to range from 25ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Sao Paulo to Jakarta in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC and 31ºC on average.
More about Jakarta
Start your Jakarta trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo to Jakarta, check out our selection of hotels including:
National Monument of Indonesia and Danau Taman Mini Indonesia Indah are just two of the top-rated attractions to put on your Jakarta must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Istiqlal Mosque.
Explore more of Indonesia
Bandung is just one of the many cities in Indonesia waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Jakarta. Around 121 kilometres to the south-east, popular attractions include Braga Street, Gedung Sate and Bandung Geological Museum (Museum Geologi).
Bekasi is another must-experience destination in Indonesia and is around 19 kilometres east of Jakarta. No journey is complete without seeing TUGU BEKASI JAKARTA TENGGARA, Hutan Kota Bekasi and Taman Putri.