Traveling from Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC) to Jakarta: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Sam Ratulangi International Airport to Jakarta and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 25 minutes.
Jakarta is one hour behind Manado, where Sam Ratulangi International Airport is located. Jakarta runs on the UTC+7 timezone.
Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC) to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) is the most traveled route, with 36 weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from MDC to CGK is with Garuda Indonesia at 18:10. Opt for the first departure with Citilink at 06:35 if you want to get on your way earlier.
Leave enough time to make your MDC to Jakarta flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're heading away during a public holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
You can book a direct Sam Ratulangi International Airport to Jakarta ticket. Begin your journey at MDC and arrive at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK).
You'll find a variety of carriers offering direct flights from Sam Ratulangi International Airport to Jakarta, such as:
Central Manado to MDC is around 13 kilometers. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Catching an early flight from Sam Ratulangi International Airport to Jakarta? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near MDC:
60.91% of flights taking off from Sam Ratulangi International Airport land at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC) to Jakarta
$103 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sam Ratulangi International Airport to Jakarta flight. A return flight ticket right now is $217. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Book 11 months before you travel. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from MDC to Jakarta.
The best month for scoring cheap Sam Ratulangi International Airport to Jakarta tickets is March. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Airports in Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
The distance from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to central Jakarta is roughly 32 kilometers. It takes about 35 minutes to get to the center driving.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 30 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Sam Ratulangi International Airport to Jakarta. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CGK instead:
Explore without limits 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.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport around one week in advance of your flight from MDC to Jakarta.
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP)
After your flight from Sam Ratulangi International Airport to Jakarta has arrived, you can reach the city center in about 25 minutes by car. Central Jakarta is roughly 14 kilometers from Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP).
Traveling by public transport will take around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Following your MDC to Jakarta flight, settle in at a hotel close to HLP. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Jakarta
Plan your trip to Jakarta in peak season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Sam Ratulangi International Airport to Jakarta during low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
The warmest month in Jakarta is October, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Sam Ratulangi International Airport to Jakarta flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
July sees average temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from MDC to Jakarta around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Jakarta
Once you've booked your flight from Sam Ratulangi International Airport to Jakarta, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Jakarta:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Danau Taman Mini Indonesia Indah, National Monument of Indonesia and Istiqlal Mosque are popular attractions which should feature on every Jakarta itinerary.
Explore more of Indonesia
Jakarta has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Indonesia you should also see. About 121 kilometers south-east of Jakarta, a trip to Bandung will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Braga Street, Gedung Sate and Bandung Geological Museum (Museum Geologi).
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Indonesia, head for Palembang, roughly 434 kilometers north-west of Jakarta. Ampera Bridge, Benteng Kuto Besak and Kuto Besak Fortress are key reasons to visit.