Flying from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Jakarta: what you need to know
Brussels Airport is located in Brussels. Following the UTC+7 timezone, Jakarta is six hours ahead of Brussels.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your BRU to Jakarta flight.
Heading away during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even tick off a new city. When browsing for plane tickets from BRU to Jakarta, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Travelling from central Brussels to BRU takes around 40 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 5 miles in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Brussels Airport to Jakarta? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near BRU:
Of the flights that depart from Brussels Airport, 71.97% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Jakarta
£257 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Brussels Airport to Jakarta flight. A return plane ticket starts at £427. These fares can change based on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from BRU to Jakarta, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Brussels Airport to Jakarta across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from BRU to Jakarta by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Brussels Airport to Jakarta.
Airports in Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to central Jakarta takes around 35 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 20 miles away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Brussels Airport to Jakarta, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near CGK:
Go where the road takes you with a Soekarno-Hatta International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from TRAC Astra Rent A Car, Avis or Europcar and discover more of Jakarta and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport about one week in advance of your flight from BRU to Jakarta.
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP)
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP) is roughly 9 miles from central Jakarta. After your flight from Brussels Airport to Jakarta, it'll take you around 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places to rest your head close to HLP. Settle in and get cosy after your BRU to Jakarta flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Jakarta
Plan your trip to Jakarta during high season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Brussels Airport to Jakarta during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Before booking a Brussels Airport to Jakarta plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. October is the warmest month in Jakarta, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from BRU to Jakarta around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Jakarta
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Jakarta right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Brussels Airport to Jakarta:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Danau Taman Mini Indonesia Indah, National Monument of Indonesia and Istiqlal Mosque are essential stops on your Jakarta itinerary.
Explore more of Indonesia
Jakarta has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Indonesia you'll want to see. About 75 miles south-east of Jakarta, a trip to Bandung will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Braga Street, Gedung Sate and Bandung Geological Museum (Museum Geologi).
Palembang is another favourite destination in Indonesia and is around 270 miles north-west of Jakarta. No trip is complete without experiencing Ampera Bridge, Benteng Kuto Besak and Kuto Besak Fortress.
