Flying from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Jakarta: what you need to know
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is located in Sao Paulo. Following the UTC+7 timezone, Jakarta is ten hours ahead of Sao Paulo.
Allow plenty of time to get on your GRU to Jakarta flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Traveling during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing for flight tickets from GRU to Jakarta, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
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Traveling from central Sao Paulo to GRU takes about 1 hour 20 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometers in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a hotel near GRU? If you're boarding an early flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Jakarta, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, 75.54% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Jakarta
The best price we've found for a one-way Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Jakarta flight is AED 2,990. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 5,103. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from GRU to Jakarta, book as early as possible. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
Landing cheap tickets from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Jakarta is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to access the lowest fares across the month and pick up an epic deal.
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Airports in Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) is around 32 kilometers from the center of Jakarta. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive will take roughly 35 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 30 minutes to get there by public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Jakarta. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CGK instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Soekarno-Hatta International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from TRAC Astra Rent A Car, Avis or Europcar and experience more of Jakarta and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from GRU to Jakarta can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP)
Once your flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Jakarta has landed, you can reach the city center in about 25 minutes by car. Central Jakarta is roughly 14 kilometers from Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP).
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near HLP. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your GRU to Jakarta flight:
Best time to go to Jakarta
Visit Jakarta during the high season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Jakarta during low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Before booking a Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Jakarta flight 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).
Search for cheap tickets from GRU to Jakarta in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
More about Jakarta
Start your Jakarta trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to Jakarta, explore our selection of hotels including:
Danau Taman Mini Indonesia Indah and National Monument of Indonesia are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your Jakarta must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Istiqlal Mosque.
Explore more of Indonesia
Jakarta has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Indonesia waiting to be explored. About 121 kilometers south-east of Jakarta, a trip to Bandung will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Braga Street, Gedung Sate and Bandung Geological Museum (Museum Geologi).
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Indonesia, consider Palembang, about 434 kilometers north-west of Jakarta. Ampera Bridge, Benteng Kuto Besak and Kuto Besak Fortress are among the biggest draws.
