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SYD to CGK Turbulence Forecast

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

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SYD
→
CGK
Sydney · Jakarta · 6h 55m
8
Turb Score
6h 55m
Duration
3,350 nm
Distance
38,000 ft
Cruise Alt.
Moderate
Typical
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Typical turbulence along the route

Historical average pattern for SYD–CGK

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About the SYD–CGK route

The Sydney to Jakarta route spans the Pacific Ocean — one of the longest commercial flight paths in the world at 3,856 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 Garuda Indonesia, Qantas on Boeing 777 · Airbus A330 aircraft, with flights typically cruising at 38,000 feet over a distance of 3,856 miles (3,350 nautical miles).

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

Turbulence levels on SYD–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 SYD–CGK

Turbulence by month

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Best seat on SYD–CGK

Boeing 777-300ER

Front
Rows 1–27
Light
✓ Wing
Rows 28-40
Smoothest
Rear
Rows 41+
Rougher
Wing seats are over the center of gravity — least affected by turbulence.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Sydney to Jakarta flight turbulent?
The SYD–CGK route typically experiences moderate turbulence. A very smooth flight with minimal turbulence expected. The turbulence score for this route is 8/100.
When is turbulence worst on SYD 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 SYD to CGK?
Wing seats are always the smoothest. On a Boeing 777-300ER (the most common aircraft on this route), that's rows 28-40. Avoid the very rear of the aircraft — it amplifies turbulence motion.
How long is the flight from SYD to CGK?
The SYD to CGK flight takes approximately 6h 55m, covering 3,856 miles (3,350 nautical miles).
Which airlines fly SYD to CGK?
The main airlines operating this route are Garuda Indonesia, Qantas, flying Boeing 777 · Airbus A330 aircraft.

Data Sources

Scores represent typical conditions. Actual turbulence varies daily. For real-time forecasts, use the Turbulence Forecast app. · About our data