Transit Desk

Crossing brief

How far is it from United Kingdom to Indonesia?

Distance
It is about 11,718 km (7,281 mi) from United Kingdom to Indonesia as the crow flies — roughly 16 h 7 min by non-stop flight.

London to Jakarta

United Kingdom Indonesia
Distance
11,718 km
In miles
7,281 mi
Flight time
16 h 7 min
Time change
6 h east

Distance is the great-circle distance between the capitals (London and Jakarta); flight time is an estimate for a non-stop route at cruising speed. Real schedules vary with routing, winds and connections.

This is a ultra-long-haul route: among the 59 countries we cover, Indonesia is the #57 closest to United Kingdom, making it one of the more distant destinations.

Crossing from United Kingdom to Indonesia

The practical differences you will notice on this specific trip.

Time on arrivalYou fly east and lose 6 h. On arrival your body clock reads 6 h behind local time — eastward trips take a little longer to adjust to.
PowerPack a plug adapter — Indonesia uses Type C/F sockets your United Kingdom plugs do not fit. Voltage is the same (230V).
Money1 GBP = 23,979.000 IDR — exchange Pound Sterling for Indonesian Rupiah before or on arrival.

Common questions

How far is United Kingdom from Indonesia?

About 11,718 km (7,281 miles) in a straight line between the two capitals.

How long is the flight from United Kingdom to Indonesia?

A non-stop flight takes roughly 16 h 7 min, though actual times depend on the exact airports and routing.

Will I be jet-lagged flying to Indonesia?

You fly east and lose 6 h. On arrival your body clock reads 6 h behind local time — eastward trips take a little longer to adjust to.

Updated July 2, 2026