When is the Jakarta to Manila route most turbulent?

Check the monthly chart for exact patterns. Transatlantic and mountain routes are typically roughest in winter (Dec–Mar). Tropical routes peak during monsoon season.

CGK to MNL Turbulence Forecast

Q: Is the Jakarta to Manila flight turbulent?

The CGK–MNL route typically experiences light turbulence.

Q: Which seat is smoothest on CGK to MNL?

Wing seats are smoothest. On a Airbus A320 · Boeing 737, that's rows 10–20. Avoid the rear of the aircraft.

Q: How long is the flight from CGK to MNL?

The CGK to MNL flight takes approximately 3h 55m, covering 1,732 miles at 35,000 feet.

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

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Jakarta · Manila · 3h 55m

30.8

Turb Score

3h 55m

Duration

1,505 nm

Distance

35,000 ft

Cruise Alt.

Light

Typical

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Typical turbulence along the route

Historical average pattern for CGK–MNL

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About the CGK–MNL route

The Jakarta to Manila route crosses the North Atlantic, where the jet stream is the primary source of turbulence. Flying at 35,000 feet, the aircraft encounters the strongest bumps roughly 2–5 hours into the flight. This is clear-air turbulence — no clouds, no visual warning — which makes a pre-flight forecast especially valuable.

The route is served by Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Thai Airways on Airbus A320 · Boeing 737 aircraft, with flights typically cruising at 35,000 feet over a distance of 1,732 miles (1,505 nautical miles).

💡 Tip: Turbulence peaks mid-flight over the Atlantic. First and last hour are usually smooth.

Jakarta to Manila Flight Time

How long is the flight from CGK to MNL?

3h 55m

Flight Time

1,732 mi

Distance

35,000 ft

Cruising Altitude

Airbus A320

Aircraft

The Jakarta (CGK) to Manila (MNL) flight takes approximately 3h 55m, covering 1,732 miles (1,505 nautical miles) at 35,000 feet. The route is operated by Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Thai Airways. Return flights (MNL to CGK) take a similar time, though westbound transatlantic and transpacific routes are typically 30–60 minutes longer due to headwinds.

Turbulence levels on CGK–MNL

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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Turbulence by month

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Best seat on CGK–MNL

Airbus A320

Front

Rows 1–9

Light

✓ Wing

Rows 10–20

Smoothest

Rear

Rows 21+

Rougher

Wing seats are over the center of gravity — least affected by turbulence.

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Passenger Reports

The 3h 55m flight had some light shaking around the halfway point. Nothing spilled, nobody panicked. Just normal flying.

Leisure traveler · April

Flew Jakarta–Manila in October, had some light turbulence in the middle portion of the flight. Brief and nothing concerning. This route is usually fine.

Business traveler · October

A few bumpy patches crossing the Himalayas, 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 Jakarta to Manila flight turbulent?

The CGK–MNL route typically experiences light turbulence. The turbulence score for this route is 30.8/100.

When is turbulence worst on CGK to MNL?

Turbulence peaks mid-flight over the Atlantic. First and last hour are usually smooth. Check the turbulence chart above for the typical pattern along this specific route.

Which seat is smoothest on CGK to MNL?

Wing seats are always the smoothest. On a Airbus A320 (the most common aircraft on this route), that's rows 10–20. Avoid the very rear of the aircraft — it amplifies turbulence motion.

How long is the flight from CGK to MNL?

The CGK to MNL flight takes approximately 3h 55m, covering 1,732 miles (1,505 nautical miles).

Which airlines fly CGK to MNL?

The main airlines operating this route are Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Thai Airways, flying Airbus A320 · Boeing 737 aircraft.

Data Sources

PIREP — Pilot reports (PIREPs) submitted via FAA/ICAO systems, aggregated over 12+ months of historical data
SIGMET / AIRMET — Significant Meteorological Information bulletins from NOAA Aviation Weather Center
EDR data — Eddy Dissipation Rate measurements from commercial aircraft (ADS-B derived turbulence intensity)
Seasonal patterns — 5-year rolling averages of turbulence frequency and intensity by month for this route

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