Travelling from Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ) to Jakarta: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 2 hours 51 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport to Jakarta.
Jakarta and Banda Aceh (where Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport is located) share the UTC+7 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch when you land.
Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ) to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) is the most traveled route, with 28 departures a week to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from BTJ to CGK is with Garuda Indonesia at 17:45. Choose the first departure operated by BatikAir Indonesia at 07:00 if you want to get going early.
To ensure you catch your flight from BTJ to Jakarta, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Nonstop flights from Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ) to Jakarta are available for booking. Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) is where you'll be touching down.
You'll have your pick of carriers operating direct flights from Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport to Jakarta. Book your journey with one of these:
For a domestic flight within Indonesia, you don't need a visa or even a passport. However, you'll have to bring some kind of identification, like a driver's licence or ID card. Once you've booked cheap tickets from Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport to Jakarta, make sure your ID is up to date.
BTJ is approximately 16 kilometres from central Banda Aceh. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a convenient place to stay before your flight from Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport to Jakarta? Consider Kumala Hotel Banda Aceh. Catch some z's here before making your way to BTJ.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ) to Jakarta
P3,425 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport to Jakarta. For a return flight on this route, the best price is P7,682. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from BTJ to Jakarta by booking at least 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport to Jakarta. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to central Jakarta is roughly 32 kilometres. It takes about 36 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour and 29 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport to Jakarta. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CGK instead:
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP)
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Jakarta. After your flight from Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport to Jakarta, it'll take you around 27 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take approximately 1 hour and 28 minutes.
After your flight from BTJ to Jakarta, unwind at a hotel close to HLP. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Jakarta
July is the busiest month to catch a flight from Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport to Jakarta while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Jakarta, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Book your flight from Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport to Jakarta for October to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 25ºC to 32ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 24ºC and 31ºC. Search for cheap flights from BTJ to Jakarta sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Jakarta
Start your Jakarta trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport to Jakarta, browse our selection of hotels including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. National Monument of Indonesia, Danau Taman Mini Indonesia Indah and Istiqlal Mosque are must-visits when exploring Jakarta.
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