Halim Perdanakusuma Airport is Jakarta's second airport, closer to the city center than Soekarno-Hatta, approximately 12 km from the heart of the city.
It primarily serves domestic flights and charters, with a complementary role to the capital's main international airport.
How to get to Halim Perdanakusuma International Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to HLP
Parking near Halim Perdanakusuma International Airport
Authorized parking is located in front of the terminal building.
The parking is video-monitored and the rates remain affordable.
How to get to Jakarta from HLP
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
Airport transfers you can book in advance
Shuttles and private transfers you can book online, picked from the best rated by travelers.
Car rental at Halim Perdanakusuma International Airport
Only a few car rental brands have a desk at arrivals.
Bring a driver's license, passport, and credit card; many visitors prefer a local driver given Jakarta's traffic.
Hotels near Halim Perdanakusuma International Airport
Kuningan and Sudirman, the business district
About 10-12 km from the airport, 30-45 minutes by car without traffic along Jalan Sudirman; during rush hour the trip can exceed an hour and a half.
Best for: Business trips with meetings in the Kuningan or Sudirman towers, about half an hour from the airport outside traffic.
- Office towers, embassies and the Kuningan City mall within walking distance
- One of the shortest distances from the airport in Jakarta for those working in the area
- District built for offices and malls, little street life in the evening
- Traffic on Sudirman during rush hour wipes out the advantage of the shorter distance
Recommended hotels
- JW Marriott Hotel Jakarta In the Mega Kuningan district, among embassies and skyscrapers, a few steps from the Kuningan City mall; breakfast at the Sailendra restaurant among the most praised in the reviews. View availability
- Ascott Kuningan Jakarta A serviced apartment inside the Ciputra World 1 complex, with an attached mall and office tower; convenient for multi-night stays with a kitchen in the room. View availability
- Citadines Sudirman Jakarta Inside the Newton Tower on Sudirman, with a dedicated air filtration system, gym, pool and jogging track; studios and two-room units with a kitchen. View availability
Thamrin, city centre
About 13-15 km from the airport, 35-50 minutes by car without traffic along Jalan Sudirman and Jalan MH Thamrin; during rush hour the trip lengthens considerably.
Best for: Those who want Bundaran HI, Plaza Indonesia and Grand Indonesia within walking distance, with about ten extra minutes of taxi compared to Kuningan.
- Plaza Indonesia and Grand Indonesia within walking distance of the Thamrin hotels
- Bundaran HI and Dukuh Atas metro stations just a few minutes away, useful for getting around without a taxi
- A few extra minutes of taxi compared to Kuningan, with the same risk of traffic on Sudirman
- A very touristy and busy area, more expensive than the Kuningan alternatives
Recommended hotels
- Keraton At The Plaza, part of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt On Jalan MH Thamrin, a 10-minute walk from Plaza Indonesia and Grand Indonesia; Bundaran HI MRT station 2 minutes away on foot. The Unbound Collection brand's debut in Southeast Asia. View availability
- Le Meridien Jakarta On Jalan Jenderal Sudirman, in the heart of the financial district; a frequent choice for business travellers thanks to the central location. View availability
Airport services
Shopping & Duty Free
Lounges & relaxation
Connectivity & Wi-Fi
Families & Children
Terminal guide
The terminal is compact in size, consistent with the airport's predominantly domestic and charter role.
For flights, it is wise to calculate 2 hours of advance time before departure.
Map of Halim Perdanakusuma International Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Is Halim more convenient than Soekarno-Hatta for reaching Jakarta?
Yes, it's closer to the city center (about 12 km versus 20 km for Soekarno-Hatta), useful for those with a domestic flight.
Q. Does Halim serve international flights?
Mostly not, it mainly handles domestic and charter flights: always check which airport serves your specific flight.
Q. Is Halim an airport shared with the military air force?
Yes, it shares its infrastructure with an Indonesian Air Force base: a common setup for the country's smaller city airports, with military flights sometimes given operational priority.
Q. Is it worth hiring a local driver in Jakarta?
Yes, given the city's often chaotic traffic, many visitors prefer relying on a local driver rather than driving themselves.
Flight board
Real-time status of arriving and departing flights
