Getting there & around

How to get to East Jakarta

Fly into Halim, then ride rail or hail a bike.

Getting to and around East Jakarta by air, rail and ride-hailing

By air

Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP) is in East Jakarta. Soekarno-Hatta (CGK) is about 1–1.5 hours away by road.

Rail and bus

  • LRT Jabodebek has a TMII station
  • KRL commuter trains stop at Jatinegara
  • TransJakarta buses cover the district

Short hops

Grab and Gojek cars and motorbike taxis are the easiest way around.

Travel tips

Plan around the heat, the rain and the traffic.

  • Go early Heat builds by midday
  • Pack an umbrella October–April is rainy season
  • Carry small cash For warungs, museums and parking
  • Stay near Halim or Cawang For short hops from HLPHotels near Halim