On this page, you can find and buy flight tickets for the route from Jakarta to Merauke. The flight, covering a distance of approximately 3715 km, is operated by airlines about twice a week, providing a stable connection between the islands of Java and New Guinea.
Flights are serviced by Lion Air and Garuda Indonesia. Ticket prices are dynamic, so we recommend using the low-price calendar and checking in advance how to get to the departure airport and from the arrival airport.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Jakarta — Merauke by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 1,107 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 1,450 in a. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Jakarta → Merauke, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 1,670 | high | May | AED 1,623 | high | Sep | AED 1,360 | low |
| Feb | AED 1,336 | low | Jun | AED 1,575 | medium | Oct | AED 1,336 | low |
| Mar | AED 1,479 | medium | Jul | AED 1,718 | high | Nov | AED 1,360 | low |
| Apr | AED 1,527 | medium | Aug | AED 1,694 | high | Dec | AED 1,670 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Merauke is characterized by consistently high temperatures, peaking at 31.2°C in November. The rainiest period occurs in March, with over 350 mm of precipitation, while August is the driest and most comfortable month for flying.
The lowest ticket prices are recorded for July and November — AED 1,122. Currently, the most expensive month to plan a trip is February, when prices start AED 1,450.
As a compromise between price and weather, we recommend choosing August or September. It is best to avoid the period from December to April due to heavy monsoon rains, which can affect local airport operations.
Two airlines operate on this route: Lion Air and Garuda Indonesia. In total, about two flights are operated per week, providing a link between the capital and the country's eastern region. To choose a suitable departure time and learn more about the route details, use the interactive list of airlines below.
Flights Jakarta — Merauke depart from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport and Halim Perdanakusuma Airport and arrive at Mopah Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The approximate travel time for a direct flight over a distance of 3715 km is about 4.5–5 hours; however, most flights may involve technical stops or connections.
Regular flights between the cities are operated by Lion Air and Garuda Indonesia.
Flight prices change constantly depending on the season and flight load; you can always find the current minimum in the low-price calendar on this page.
All flights from Jakarta arrive at Mopah International Airport (MKQ), which serves the city of Merauke.
Given the low flight frequency (about two per week), it is best to book in advance, especially for the dry season from July to October.
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