KIX to CGK Turbulence Forecast
Is the Osaka to Jakarta flight turbulent? Live forecast & historical patterns.
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Typical turbulence along the route
Historical average pattern for KIX–CGK
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About the KIX–CGK route
The Osaka to Jakarta route crosses the North Atlantic, where the jet stream is the primary source of turbulence. Flying at 37,000 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 Boeing 757 · Airbus A330 aircraft,
with flights typically cruising at 37,000 feet over a distance of 3,365 miles (2,924 nautical miles).
💡 Tip: Turbulence peaks mid-flight over the Atlantic. First and last hour are usually smooth.
Osaka to Jakarta Flight Time
How long is the flight from KIX to CGK?
37,000 ft
Cruising Altitude
The Osaka (KIX) to Jakarta (CGK) flight takes approximately 6h 50m,
covering 3,365 miles (2,924 nautical miles) at 37,000 feet.
The route is operated by Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Thai Airways.
Return flights (CGK to KIX) take a similar time, though westbound transatlantic and transpacific routes are typically 30–60 minutes longer due to headwinds.
Turbulence levels on KIX–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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Turbulence by month
Best seat on KIX–CGK
Boeing 757
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Rows 14–24
Smoothest
Wing seats are over the center of gravity — least affected by turbulence.
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Passenger Reports
The 6h 50m flight had some light shaking around the halfway point. Nothing spilled, nobody panicked. Just normal flying.
Leisure traveler · April
Kids barely noticed the turbulence — just some mild bumps over Central Asia. Seatbelt sign was on and off a couple times. Nothing dramatic.
Parent traveling with kids · April
There was some noticeable movement crossing the Himalayas that made me grip the armrest. My seatmate (clearly a regular) didn't even look up from their book. Perspective.
First-time flyer · January
Frequently asked questions
Is the Osaka to Jakarta flight turbulent?
The KIX–CGK route typically experiences light turbulence. The turbulence score for this route is 29.3/100.
When is turbulence worst on KIX to CGK?
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 KIX to CGK?
Wing seats are always the smoothest. On a Boeing 757 (the most common aircraft on this route), that's rows 14–24. Avoid the very rear of the aircraft — it amplifies turbulence motion.
How long is the flight from KIX to CGK?
The KIX to CGK flight takes approximately 6h 50m, covering 3,365 miles (2,924 nautical miles).
Which airlines fly KIX to CGK?
The main airlines operating this route are Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Thai Airways, flying Boeing 757 · Airbus A330 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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