Flying from Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC) to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Sam Ratulangi International Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 15 minutes.
Jakarta is one hour behind Manado and observes the UTC+7 timezone.
Each week, there are 29 Sam Ratulangi International Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport flights. If you want to jet off early, opt for the 06:50 Batik Air flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 18:20 with Batik Air.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your MDC to CGK flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Garuda Indonesia offers direct flights from Sam Ratulangi International Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Jakarta — and maybe even more of Indonesia if your schedule allows.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Garuda Indonesia on this route.
Among carriers operating MDC to CGK flights, Garuda Indonesia is the most consistent for on-time landings.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sam Ratulangi International Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MDC and CGK:
Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport
Juanda International Airport
Sorong Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC) to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sam Ratulangi International Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport flight is P6,717. A return ticket is currently P12,253. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from MDC to CGK by booking four months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
March is the cheapest month for flights from Sam Ratulangi International Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from MDC to CGK.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Sam Ratulangi International Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport.
Handy information about Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC)
When it comes to Sam Ratulangi International Airport's on-time performance, 60.91% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Sam Ratulangi International Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Manado. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching an early flight from Sam Ratulangi International Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near MDC:
Arriving at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Reserve a hotel near CGK if you're on a late Sam Ratulangi International Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Follow your own route with a Soekarno-Hatta International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from TRAC Astra Rent A Car, Avis or Europcar and see more of Jakarta and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport around one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to central Jakarta
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to the centre of Jakarta has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
July is the busiest month for flights from Sam Ratulangi International Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Jakarta in February.
The warmest month in Jakarta is October, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Sam Ratulangi International Airport to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from MDC to CGK in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
Explore more of Indonesia
Bandung is just one of the many places in Indonesia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Jakarta. Around 121 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Braga Street, Gedung Sate and Bandung Geological Museum (Museum Geologi).
If there's time to check out another side of Indonesia, consider Bekasi, roughly 19 kilometres east of Jakarta. TUGU BEKASI JAKARTA TENGGARA, Hutan Kota Bekasi and Taman Putri are highlights.