Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, located 20 km west of Jakarta, is the main airport serving the greater Jakarta area on the island of Java, Indonesia. Designed by French architect Paul Andreu, this airport is renowned worldwide for its architectural beauty that truly reflects the local vernacular design. The tropical gardens in between the waiting lounges enhance the view even more. With 150 check-in counters, 30 baggage carousels and 42 gates, this airport has the wherewithal to host millions of domestic and international travelers each year.
Along with short-term and overnight parking facilities, travelers can also avail car hire service from various vendors in the arrivals area. Catch a shuttle bus or hire a taxi to reach major hot spots in the city like Rawamangun, Blok M/Kebayoran, Gambir, Bekasi, Depok and Bogor. Other services at the airport include banks, bureau de change, post office, ATMs, and 24-hour communication services, such as fax and telex. A wide range of din ing outlets dot both the terminals at the airport. Various shops at the airport include a duty-free shop, gift shop and a book store that takes care of all the traveling and souvenir needs of the travelers. Soekarno-Hatta International Airport is well equipped to cater to the business travelers and is disabled friendly.
