Flying from Jakarta to Dubai: what you need to know
Planning your trip starts with working out where you'll leave from in Jakarta. Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Jakarta to Dubai jetting off from here.
When it comes to choosing where to land in Dubai, Dubai Airport (DXB) and Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are the chief entry points.
The average length of a direct flight from Jakarta to Dubai is 7 hours 57 minutes. Dubai's timezone is UTC+4, making Dubai 3 hours behind Jakarta.
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to Dubai Airport (DXB) is the most popular route between these two cities. There are 20 weekly departures to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from Jakarta to Dubai is with Emirates at 17:40. Opt for the first CGK to DXB departure operated by Emirates at 00:15 to maximise your time in Dubai.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Jakarta to Dubai.
Flying over a peak time like July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You will need an e-visa for United Arab Emirates if you have a passport from Indonesia 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 Jakarta to Dubai, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest updates.
Flying from Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Jet off from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) on a nonstop flight from Jakarta to Dubai. From CGK, you can travel directly to Dubai Airport (DXB).
When taking off from CGK, you can take a direct flight from Jakarta to Dubai with Emirates.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Jakarta to Dubai. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Located around 32 kilometres from central Jakarta, CGK can be reached in approximately 36 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 29 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Jakarta to Dubai, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) to the centre of Dubai takes about 16 minutes by car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 49 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Jakarta to Dubai. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
The centre of Dubai is located around 56 kilometres from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). After your flight from Jakarta to Dubai has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 45 minutes.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take about 2 hours and 5 minutes.
You'll find some cosy hotels ready to welcome you near DWC. Tuck yourself in after your flight from Jakarta to Dubai at one of these well-located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Jakarta to Dubai
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Jakarta to Dubai is 205 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 394 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Lock in cheap tickets from Jakarta to Dubai by booking at least 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Jakarta to Dubai. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Best time to go to Dubai
July is the most popular month for flights from Jakarta to Dubai. To travel when it's less crowded, go to Dubai in April.
The warmest month in Dubai is July, with the temperature ranging between 30ºC and 42ºC. Lock in your flights from Jakarta to Dubai in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Jakarta to Dubai sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Dubai
Once you've booked your flight from Jakarta to Dubai, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Dubai:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism are major attractions which should be on every Dubai itinerary.
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