New York, USAJakarta, Indonesia

Flights from New York to Jakarta

Flying time from New York (JFK) to Jakarta (CGK) is about 20h 43m (16,177 km). Lowest fare seen: $516 one-way, 2 stops (12 Oct 2026).

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Photo of Jakarta: Ramayoni, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

When you land in Jakarta

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Garuda Indonesia Boeing 737 taking off from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in Jakarta. — arriving in Jakarta

Airport transfer

CGK → Jakarta, booked before you fly

A private driver meets you in arrivals at a price agreed when you book. Book with Welcome Pickups.

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Aircraft waiting on JFK airport apron with New York City skyline in the background. — lounges at JFK Airport

JFK Airport · 8 lounges

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Airlines flying New York to Jakarta

We have not confirmed which airlines fly JFK–CGK nonstop. Search the route to see every carrier selling it today, including connections.

New York to Jakarta fares by month

With stops: Nov 2026, from $464. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

Departing	Nonstop from	Cheaper with stops
Oct 2026	—	$479 · 2 stops26 Oct 2026
Nov 2026	—	$464 · 2 stops3 Nov 2026
Dec 2026	—	$701 · 2 stops10 Dec 2026
Jan 2027	—	$470 · 2 stops4 Jan 2027
Mar 2027	—	$520 · 2 stops20 Mar 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $464 for November 2026, $470 at best after that.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (New York to Jakarta, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Jakarta

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The dry season (April–October) is best for Bali, Lombok, and Komodo. Heavy rains hit Java and Sumatra from November–March, though Sulawesi's seasons vary by region.

Peak season: April – October

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Frequently asked questions — New York to Jakarta flights

How long is the flight from New York to Jakarta?

New York (JFK) and Jakarta (CGK) are 16,177 km apart, about 20h 43m of flying time. We have not seen a nonstop fare on this pair, so expect to connect — the cheapest itinerary seen had 2 stops, which adds to the total journey time.

How far is New York from Jakarta by air?

The great-circle distance between John F. Kennedy International Airport and Soekarno-Hatta International Airport is 16,177 km (10,052 miles), a ultra long-haul route.

How much does a flight from New York to Jakarta cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on JFK–CGK was $516 USD with American Airlines (2 stops), departing 20 Mar 2027, found in fare searches as of 12 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Jakarta?

In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $464 one-way, against $701 for December 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.

Do I need a visa to travel from USA to Indonesia?

It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Indonesia visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

What is the best time to visit Jakarta?

The dry season (April–October) is best for Bali, Lombok, and Komodo. Heavy rains hit Java and Sumatra from November–March, though Sulawesi's seasons vary by region.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 12 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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