Traveling from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Jakarta: what you need to know
The timezone in Jakarta is UTC+7. The city is five hours ahead of Helsinki, where Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is located.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your HEL to Jakarta flight.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. A good rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper plane ticket from HEL to Jakarta. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
HEL is about 10 miles from central Helsinki. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Jakarta? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near HEL:
When it comes to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport's on-time performance, data shows 60.23% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Jakarta
$344 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Jakarta flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $712. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from HEL to Jakarta if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Jakarta throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Picking up a cheap flight from HEL to Jakarta is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Jakarta.
Airports in Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to the center of Jakarta takes about 35 minutes by car. The center is roughly 20 miles away.
It'll take around 1 hour 30 minutes if you're traveling on public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Jakarta. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CGK instead:
Grab a Soekarno-Hatta International Airport rental car and explore Jakarta and beyond with your own set of wheels. TRAC Astra Rent A Car, Avis and Europcar are leading providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from HEL to Jakarta can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP)
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP) is about 9 miles from central Jakarta. After your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Jakarta, it'll take you around 25 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The journey will take about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to HLP. Here are a few options where you can check in after your HEL to Jakarta flight:
Best time to go to Jakarta
Before booking your flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Jakarta, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Jakarta offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while low season brings cheaper hotel rates and fewer crowds.
When booking your Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Jakarta plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. October is the warmest month in Jakarta, with temperatures ranging from 77ºF to 90ºF.
July sees average temperatures of between 75ºF and 88ºF. Search for a cheap ticket from HEL to Jakarta around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Jakarta
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Jakarta right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Jakarta:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Danau Taman Mini Indonesia Indah, National Monument of Indonesia and Istiqlal Mosque are major attractions which should feature on any good Jakarta itinerary.
Explore more of Indonesia
You've visited Jakarta, now it's time to explore other corners of Indonesia. Travel about 75 miles south-east to Bandung to check off its popular sights. From Braga Street to Gedung Sate and Bandung Geological Museum (Museum Geologi), you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Indonesia, head for Palembang, roughly 270 miles north-west of Jakarta. Ampera Bridge, Benteng Kuto Besak and Kuto Besak Fortress are key highlights.
