Flying from Jakarta to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Planning your vacation starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Jakarta. Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Jakarta to Frankfurt jetting off from here.
Touch down in Frankfurt at Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
Frankfurt is six hours behind Jakarta and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you catch your Jakarta to Frankfurt flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jakarta to Frankfurt
To pick up cheap Jakarta to Frankfurt flights, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest plane tickets from Jakarta to Frankfurt throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Flying from Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
We make it easy to find a Jakarta to Frankfurt flight with a stopover. To see the options departing from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Traveling from central Jakarta to CGK takes around 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometers in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Jakarta to Frankfurt? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Soekarno-Hatta International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, 73.0% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Arriving in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is approximately 11 kilometers from central Frankfurt. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 20 minutes.
It usually takes 35 minutes to get there on public transport.
Reserve a hotel close to FRA if you're coming in on a late flight from Jakarta to Frankfurt. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Frankfurt Airport rental car and explore Frankfurt and beyond with your own set of wheels. Wheego, Alamo and OK Mobility are well-known companies you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Frankfurt Airport around three weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
As soon as your flight from Jakarta to Frankfurt has arrived, you can get to the city center in about 1 hour 30 minutes by car. Central Frankfurt is roughly 105 kilometers from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city center in 2 hours 40 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to HHN. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from Jakarta to Frankfurt:
Flex To Go, Alamo and Keddy By Europcar make picking up a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car simple. These reliable suppliers are located around or in the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Snap up the best price by securing your ride from HHN four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Jakarta to Frankfurt. April is the most popular month to travel to Frankfurt. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in January.
When booking your Jakarta to Frankfurt tickets, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Frankfurt, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Jakarta to Frankfurt in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
More about Frankfurt
Start your Frankfurt trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Jakarta to Frankfurt, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Palmengarten and Goethe House are a couple of leading attractions to add to your Frankfurt travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Frankfurt Cathedral.
Explore more of Germany
You've done Frankfurt, now it's time to explore other parts of Germany. Journey around 418 kilometers north-east to Berlin to tick off its must-visit sights. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you want to check out another corner of Germany, consider Hamburg, roughly 386 kilometers north of Frankfurt. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are key highlights.
