Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Jakarta Starting at $129

More than 8 airlines operate flights from Shanghai to Jakarta, including Garuda Indonesia, China Eastern Airlines, AirAsia X, Hainan Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Air China, Vietnam Airlines, and China Airlines. This is a popular route, so passengers can choose tickets based on budget and preferences. Ticket prices start from $129, and our service lets you instantly compare all options. The variety of offers simplifies planning: you can choose budget fares or more comfortable options with baggage included or extra services. We help you find the best deals so your trip is cost-efficient.

Shanghai is served primarily by two large airports with different roles. Pudong International (PVG) is the city’s main international hub, handling most long-haul and premium carriers; it sits about 30–45 km east of downtown and can take 40–60 minutes by maglev, express train or taxi depending on traffic, with rail fares typically modest and taxis costing more. Hongqiao (SHA) functions more as a domestic and regional gateway for budget and full-service Chinese airlines, located roughly 13 km west of the center and reachable in 20–40 minutes by metro, bus or taxi. PVG offers extensive international connections and amenities but longer transfer times; SHA is more convenient for city access and quick domestic hops, though it can be busier during peak hours.

Jakarta is served primarily by Soekarno–Hatta International Airport (CGK), the city’s main international gateway and a regional hub for full-service carriers and major low-cost airlines. Located about 20–30 km northwest of central Jakarta, travel times can range from 45 minutes to over two hours depending on traffic; the airport rail link typically takes around 45–60 minutes to Gambir station while taxis and app-based rides take similar or longer and may cost roughly IDR 100k–300k depending on distance and traffic. Soekarno–Hatta offers comprehensive passenger amenities and many international connections, but it can be crowded at peak times and ground travel may be slow. For short-haul and budget options, Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP) sits closer to the city (around 10 km southeast), serving some domestic and business flights. Halim can be quicker for downtown transfers—about 20–40 minutes by taxi with lower fares for short hops—but it handles fewer international routes and has a more limited range of services compared with CGK.