Fly to Jakarta with Qatar Airways and explore the cultural beating heart of Indonesia’s capital – an ancient city that has served both as a busy trading port and a colonial seat of power. Today, it is one of the world’s fastest growing mega-cities.
Check the price of flights to Jakarta further below and book Economy or Premium Class flights to Jakarta with Qatar Airways for an adventure-filled getaway in a city awash with colour, flavour and hospitality.
Flying from Madrid
Madrid’s Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport is the major civil and commercial airport serving Spain’s capital. It’s the largest and busiest airport in the country, and one of the key departure points in Europe, making it of international importance.
Ultra-modern and incredibly efficient, it is nevertheless a very friendly and welcoming airport, where professional staff go out of their way to make the start of your journey as pleasant as possible. Passengers flying from Madrid with Qatar Airways will find that connections to the rest of Europe and South America in particular are well served.
Transportation and parking
Madrid-Barajas Airport is located within the city boundary of Madrid and is just over five and a half miles from the financial centre, making it particularly popular with business travellers. RENFE trains operate along between Terminal 4 and Prínicipe Pio station in the city centre, with a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Madrid Metro has stations at Terminals 2 and 4, and the line 8 connects the airport with Nuevos Ministerios in the heart of the city’s financial district. Municipal buses run regularly and journey times range from 30-40 minutes, while fleets of taxis are also available both to and from the airport. Official taxis are white in colour with a red stripe – ensure that the metre is turned on at the beginning of the journey.
Parking is available at six public parking areas. Short-term options include the outdoor P1 car park in front of the terminal building and the indoor P2 car park (which has direct access to terminals T2 and T3.
Long-term parking is available at a remote car park with 1,655 spaces. A free shuttle is available to the terminals. VIP car parks are located near each of the airport’s terminals.
Arriving at Madrid
Passengers flying from Madrid with Qatar Airways depart from Terminal 4. Note that flights outside the European Shengen EU zone may depart from the satellite building, Terminal 4S. The airport is very large, so it’s important to ensure that you arrive at the correct terminal. Allow at least two hours before your flight is due to board to check in and to pass through the airport’s very strict security checks.
Facilities and amenities
The award-winning Terminal 4 is one of the largest airport terminals in the world. It has its own nursery and play area for children, as well as a large selection of retail outlets selling luxury and designer goods, accessories and essentials.
There are plenty of spacious lounge areas, including VIP and exclusive lounges for first and business class travellers. T4 also has a full-service business centre, and there are various business meeting rooms available for hire throughout the airport.
Food and drink is plentiful and range from fast food outlets, snack and drinks vendors to excellent restaurant meals for something a little more substantial.
Arriving in Jakarta
Jakarta is Indonesia’s capital and one of the most vibrant, energetic and distinctive cities in the Asia-Pacific region. Flights to Jakarta with Qatar Airways will take you into the heart of this fascinating destination in comfort and style.
Jakarta fuses ancient and modern, old and new, traditional and quirky in one heady mix. From presidential palaces to theme parks and museums, the city has plenty of attractions to keep visitors entertained.
Fly to Jakarta with Qatar Airways and immerse yourself in Southeastern culture that welcomes strangers as friends.
Tourist attractions
There are plenty of examples that illustrate Jakarta’s past as the capital of the Dutch East Indies, and its role as one of the most important trading centres in the world.
Jakarta Cathedral is a wonderful example of Dutch colonial architecture. The Istiqlal Mosque is also a popular destination, and is Indonesia’s largest and most revered mosque.
Beautiful Indonesia in Miniature Park (Taman Mini Indonesia Indah) is an eclectic exhibit that gives visitors an overview of the entire country, using painstakingly crafted miniature models. Other must-see attractions include the Ancol Dream Park and the 137-metre tall Monas National Monument.
If you’re looking for a little bit of tranquillity for a few hours then head to Bogor and visit the Bogor Botanical Garden, a beautiful park with more than 15,000 species of trees and plants native to the region.
Travel requirements
Flights to Jakarta with Qatar Airways land at Soekarno Hatta International Airport. Visa restrictions for entry into the country will depend on your country of origin, length of stay and whether your trip is for business or pleasure.
Before you fly to Jakarta please check the visa and passport requirements.
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