Shipping from Dubai to IndonesiaShipping from Dubai to Indonesia, by air and sea.
Airlift Logistics, a freight forwarder in Dubai Airport Free Zone, arranges shipping from Dubai to Indonesia for businesses. We fly air cargo from DXB to Jakarta, and ship FCL and LCL sea freight from Jebel Ali to Tanjung Priok in Jakarta and Tanjung Perak in Surabaya. We check the UAE-Indonesia CEPA origin rules, SNI standards and Indonesian import permits (Lartas) before the cargo leaves Dubai.
Business cargo only. Airlift Logistics ships commercial goods for importers, exporters, traders and manufacturers, with a commercial invoice and a registered consignee. We do not handle personal boxes, household effects or door-to-door parcels.
Dubai to Indonesia at a glance
Most cargo goes to Jakarta or Surabaya. Indonesian import permits and standards are the main things to plan.
- Flight time
- About 8 h DXB to Jakarta
- Sea
- Jebel Ali to Jakarta, service dependent
- Customs
- DJBC, Indonesian Customs
- Trade deal
- CEPA in force since 1 September 2023
Airports and seaports in Indonesia we ship to
Cargo for other islands is usually cleared in Jakarta or Surabaya and moved on by domestic shipping.
| Gateway | Type | Code | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|
| Airport | CGK | Jakarta, the main air cargo gateway | |
| Airport | SUB | Surabaya, East Java | |
| Seaport | IDTPP | Jakarta's main container port | |
| Seaport | IDSUB | Surabaya's port for East Java |
Air, sea to Indonesia
| Mode | Route | Typical timing | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| DXB to CGK | About 1 to 3 days, plus clearance | Parts, samples, urgent goods | |
| Sea freight FCL | Jebel Ali to Tanjung Priok or Tanjung Perak | About 2 to 4 weeks, service dependent | Machinery, plastics, stock |
| Sea freight LCL | Jebel Ali consolidation to Jakarta | Longer than FCL | Smaller loads |
Airlines flying direct from Dubai to Indonesia
- Emirates SkyCargo
We confirm current sailings and any transshipment for each booking. Work out the billed weight with our chargeable weight calculator or the CBM calculator.
Customs in Indonesia: what the importer needs
The Indonesian importer, registered with a business ID, clears goods with Indonesian Customs through a licensed broker.
| Item | In Indonesia |
|---|---|
| Customs authority | Directorate General of Customs and Excise (DJBC) |
| Declaration | Import declaration (PIB) through the customs system and the Indonesia National Single Window |
| Importer registration | Business ID (NIB), which also serves as the importer identification |
| Duty and tax | Duty by tariff code, plus VAT and import income tax (PPh 22) |
| Trade agreement | UAE-Indonesia CEPA, in force since 1 September 2023, for qualifying UAE-origin goods |
Indonesian VAT rules changed in 2025; the broker confirms the current rate for your goods.
Approvals to check before booking
Indonesia restricts many imports through permits and standards. Plan these first.
- 01
Many goods need permits or technical approvals before import.
- 02
Listed products must carry SNI certification.
- 03
BPOM registration
Food, drugs and cosmetics need BPOM approval.
- 04
Halal certification
Many food and consumer products need halal certification.
- 05
Telecom certification
Wireless and telecom devices need Indonesian certification.
- 06
A certificate of origin claims the CEPA rate.
Documents for shipping to Indonesia
Send these with your booking. Missing permits are the main cause of delays in Jakarta.
| Document | Why it is needed |
|---|---|
| Commercial invoice | Customs value, parties and HS codes |
| Packing list | Pieces, weights and marks for inspection |
| Transport contract and cargo release | |
| Exit clearance from the UAE, filed by us | |
| Claims the CEPA preference | |
| Lartas approvals for restricted goods |
Restricted or banned in Indonesia
- Goods without required import permits
- Used goods without approval
- Food or drugs without BPOM approval
- Counterfeit goods
- Narcotics
Check the HS code against Indonesian Lartas rules before buying stock.
What UAE businesses ship to Indonesia
The UAE-Indonesia CEPA, in force since September 2023, was among the UAE's first CEPAs.
- 01
Plastics and chemicals
UAE polymers and industrial chemicals.
- 02
Machinery and parts
Equipment and spare parts.
- 03
Metals
Aluminium and metal products.
Dubai to Indonesia shipping questions, answered
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See all shipping questionsGet a quote for this laneYes, for goods that qualify as UAE origin. The agreement entered into force on 1 September 2023 and lowers Indonesian tariffs on many products. The importer claims the preference with a certificate of origin. Goods made elsewhere and only re-exported through Dubai do not qualify for the lower rate.
- Import VAT still applies.
- Permits are still needed.
Lartas is Indonesia's list of restricted imports. Goods on the list need permits or technical approvals from the relevant ministry before they can be imported. Shipping without the permit can lead to holds or re-export. The importer applies through the Indonesia National Single Window.
- Check the HS code first.
- Permits can take weeks.
Tanjung Priok suits Jakarta and western Java. It is Indonesia's busiest container port, with the most sailings. Tanjung Perak in Surabaya suits East Java and eastern Indonesia. Choosing the port nearest the buyer saves on trucking and domestic shipping costs.
- Some sailings transship on the way.
- Air lands at Jakarta.
Products on the compulsory SNI list need it. These include many electrical goods, toys, building materials and some steel products. The product must be certified and carry the SNI mark before import. Uncertified listed goods can be refused at the border, so check the list early.
- Certification takes time.
- The importer usually applies.