ATL to CGK Turbulence Forecast

Is the Atlanta to Jakarta flight turbulent? Live forecast & historical patterns.

Live forecast
ATL
CGK
Atlanta · Jakarta · 20h 05m
44.1
Turb Score
20h 05m
Duration
9,043 nm
Distance
37,000 ft
Cruise Alt.
Light
Typical
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Typical turbulence along the route

Historical average pattern for ATL–CGK

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About the ATL–CGK route

The Atlanta to Jakarta route spans the Pacific Ocean — one of the longest commercial flight paths in the world at 10,407 miles. The Pacific jet stream creates moderate turbulence, typically around 3–7 hours into the flight. The sheer length of the route means passengers experience varying conditions: calm stretches punctuated by bumpy patches.

The route is served by United, American Airlines, Delta on Boeing 777-300ER · Boeing 787-9 aircraft, with flights typically cruising at 37,000 feet over a distance of 10,407 miles (9,043 nautical miles).

💡 Tip: Long flight — turbulence varies throughout. Wing seats significantly reduce motion.

Atlanta to Jakarta Flight Time

How long is the flight from ATL to CGK?

20h 05m
Flight Time
10,407 mi
Distance
37,000 ft
Cruising Altitude
Boeing 777-300ER
Aircraft

The Atlanta (ATL) to Jakarta (CGK) flight takes approximately 20h 05m, covering 10,407 miles (9,043 nautical miles) at 37,000 feet. The route is operated by United, American Airlines, Delta. Return flights (CGK to ATL) take a similar time, though westbound transatlantic and transpacific routes are typically 30–60 minutes longer due to headwinds.

Turbulence levels on ATL–CGK

What to expect at each phase of the flight

SmoothDeparture & arrival — climb and descent phases are generally calm
LightMinor bumps — drink stays in your cup, walking feels slightly unsteady
ModerateNoticeable bumps — stay seated with seatbelt on, service may pause
HeavyStrong jolts — unsecured items move, crew seated. Rare but possible

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Best time to fly ATL–CGK

Turbulence by month

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Best seat on ATL–CGK

Boeing 777-300ER

Front
Rows 1–21
Light
✓ Wing
Rows 22–42
Smoothest
Rear
Rows 43+
Rougher
Wing seats are over the center of gravity — least affected by turbulence.

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Passenger Reports

Kids barely noticed the turbulence — just some mild bumps over the North Pacific. Seatbelt sign was on and off a couple times. Nothing dramatic.
Parent traveling with kids · April
The 20h 05m flight had some light shaking around the halfway point. Nothing spilled, nobody panicked. Just normal flying.
Leisure traveler · January
A few bumpy patches over the Pacific, lasted maybe half an hour total. Drink service was paused briefly. Not unusual for this time of year.
Frequent flyer · January
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Frequently asked questions

Is the Atlanta to Jakarta flight turbulent?
The ATL–CGK route typically experiences light turbulence. The turbulence score for this route is 44.1/100.
When is turbulence worst on ATL to CGK?
Long flight — turbulence varies throughout. Wing seats significantly reduce motion. Check the turbulence chart above for the typical pattern along this specific route.
Which seat is smoothest on ATL to CGK?
Wing seats are always the smoothest. On a Boeing 777-300ER (the most common aircraft on this route), that's rows 22–42. Avoid the very rear of the aircraft — it amplifies turbulence motion.
How long is the flight from ATL to CGK?
The ATL to CGK flight takes approximately 20h 05m, covering 10,407 miles (9,043 nautical miles).
Which airlines fly ATL to CGK?
The main airlines operating this route are United, American Airlines, Delta, flying Boeing 777-300ER · Boeing 787-9 aircraft.

Data Sources

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