Travelling from Jakarta to Chicago: what you need to know
Planning your trip starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Jakarta. Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Jakarta to Chicago taking off from here.
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are Chicago's major entry points.
To ensure you get on your flight from Jakarta to Chicago, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
You'll need an embassy visa for United States if you have a passport from Indonesia and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to change. So before booking your cheap flights from Jakarta to Chicago, check with your airline and the destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.
Flying from Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Jakarta to Chicago. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular airports:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
CGK is around 20 miles from central Jakarta. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 36 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour and 29 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Jakarta to Chicago? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport:
Arriving in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is around 25 miles from central Chicago. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 35 minutes.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 54 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Jakarta to Chicago. Book one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Once your flight from Jakarta to Chicago has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 21 minutes by car. Central Chicago is roughly 12 miles from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
You can expect the journey to take about 46 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some cosy stays to park your luggage (and yourself) near MDW. Tuck yourself in after your flight from Jakarta to Chicago at any of these perfectly located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Jakarta to Chicago
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Jakarta to Chicago is £345. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £750. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from Jakarta to Chicago. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Jakarta to Chicago across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you time searching for cheap tickets from Jakarta to Chicago every day.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Jakarta to Chicago.
Best time to go to Chicago
February is the quietest month for flights from Jakarta to Chicago, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Chicago based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before locking in your flight from Jakarta to Chicago, consider the kind of weather you like best. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Jakarta to Chicago in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC and 3ºC on average.
More about Chicago
After booking your flight from Jakarta to Chicago, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Chicago:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are top sights which should feature on any good Chicago itinerary.
Complete your Chicago trip with a car rental
Explore our range of car rentals once you've found your hotel and cheap flight from Jakarta to Chicago. Whether you want an economy ride, a standard vehicle or anything in between, you can easily compare companies in one go to find the perfect deal.
