✈️ How to Plan Your India Trip from Indonesia – Flights, Visa & Useful Tips 🇮🇩🇮🇳

Planning a trip to India from Indonesia can be exciting but requires some preparation to ensure a smooth journey. Here’s everything you need to know.

🛫 Flights from Indonesia to India

• Major Departure Cities: Jakarta (Soekarno-Hatta International Airport), Denpasar (Bali), Surabaya.

• Popular Arrival Airports in India: Delhi (DEL), Mumbai (BOM), Bengaluru (BLR), Chennai (MAA), Kochi (COK).

• Flight Options:

  • No direct flights on most routes; usually one-stop via Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, or Bangkok.

  • Airlines: Singapore Airlines, AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines, Thai Airways, IndiGo (domestic).

• Booking Tips: Book 1-3 months ahead to get better prices. Use price comparison websites like Skyscanner or Google Flights.

🛂 Visa Requirements

• e-Visa: Indonesian citizens can apply for India’s e-Tourist Visa online.

• Application: Visit the official Indian government e-Visa website indianvisaonline.gov.in.

• Documents Needed: Valid passport, recent photograph, travel itinerary, return ticket.

• Processing Time: Usually 3-5 business days. Apply at least one week before travel.

• Validity: Usually valid for 30 or 90 days, depending on the visa type.

🧳 Useful Travel Tips

• Vaccinations: Recommended to have routine vaccines and consider Hepatitis A, Typhoid, and others after consulting a travel clinic.

• Currency: Indian Rupee (INR). Carry some cash; use authorized currency exchange or ATMs.

• Weather: India’s climate varies; check season-specific weather for your destinations.

• Cultural Awareness: India is diverse; dress modestly and respect local customs.

• Transportation: Consider pre-booking trains, domestic flights, or private cars for ease.

• Health & Safety: Drink bottled water, avoid raw street food if unsure, and keep hand sanitizer handy.