Airfares in Indonesia to Be Lower During Holiday Season To Encourage Domestic Tourism
In a move aimed at making holiday travel more affordable for Indonesians, the government has announced a 10 percent reduction in domestic airfares during the 2024 Christmas and New Year’s (Nataru) holiday season. This decision, prompted by President Prabowo Subianto, involves a collaborative effort from various stakeholders to ensure accessible air travel for the public.
A Collaborative Effort to Reduce Airfares
The Ministry of Transportation Spokesperson, Elba Damhuri revealed that achieving this cost reduction is a result of a demonstrably successful collaborative effort. They worked closely with airlines, PT Angkasa Pura Indonesia, PT Pertamina, and AirNav. Not only were fare reductions put into place, but all participating entities anticipated these adjustments, agreeing to contribute to the overall cost reduction.
Impactful Reductions Across the Board
The plan includes specific cost adjustments. Airlines have agreed to an 8 percent discount on jet fuel surcharges, lowering the current rate from 10 percent to just 2 percent. There’s also a 5 percent discount on propeller routes, reducing the cost to 20 percent.
PT Pertamina will contribute by reducing avtur prices. This reduction will vary between 7.5 and 10 percent and will be implemented at 19 airports across Indonesia. A few of these airports include Denpasar, Surabaya, Medan, Jakarta, and Lombok.
PT Pertamina confirmed that their involvement will extend
Airport Service Units (UPBU) are participating by reducing tariffs for PJP2U by 50 percent. TheDirección General de Aviación Civil (DGAC) will be charged with enforzomenttween screening of passengers serving as to ensure
Temporary Relief: A Win for Travelers and Tourism
The tariff adjustments are set to be applied from December 19, 2024, to January 3, 2025. This means
The government is hoping this initiative will inject enthusiasm into the domestic tourism sector, which has faced challenges due to global and economic factors.
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The overall impact of–the 10 percent fare reduction does not include VAT. A spokesperson stressed that while a
the possibility of additional discounts being offered by individual airlines as per their specific policies.
Welcome news to travelers nationwide, this plan is though as part of the government’s
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Looking Ahead: A Boost for Domestic
The Ministry has expressed optimism that this judicious cut in airfares will make traveling more accessible and inexpensive, leading to increased passenger flow. It is anticipated that this decision will bolster not only domestic travel but also stimulate economic grow
How are lower airfares expected to impact domestic tourism in Indonesia?
Good evening, and welcome back to the show. Tonight we’re discussing some exciting news for holiday travelers in Indonesia. Joining us tonight is aviation expert, [Guest Name], to break down the recent announcement of reduced airfares during the upcoming Nataru holiday season.
[Guest Name], thanks for being here. So, tell us more about this initiative to lower airfares.
[Guest Name]: Thank you for having me. It’s great to be here. The Indonesian government has announced a 10% reduction in domestic airfares for the Christmas and New Year holidays, which is fantastic news for travelers looking to visit family and friends or explore different parts of the country. This initiative, driven by President Prabowo Subianto, is truly a collaborative effort.
It’s not just the airlines participating; the Ministry of Transportation, PT Angkasa Pura Indonesia, PT Pertamina, and AirNav are all involved and contributing to make this happen.
You mentioned it’s a collaborative effort. Can you elaborate on how this partnership works?
[Guest Name]: Absolutely. The Ministry of Transportation spearheaded this effort, working closely with all these stakeholders. Airlines have agreed to
reduce their fares, while PT Angkasa Pura Indonesia, which manages airports, is also reducing its fees. Pertamina, the state-owned oil company, might be looking at fuel price adjustments to contribute, and AirNav, responsible for air traffic control, is also finding ways to reduce costs. This collective effort demonstrates a genuine commitment to making air travel more accessible for Indonesians during the holidays.
That’s really encouraging to hear. What impact might these fare reductions have on domestic tourism?
[Guest Name]: I believe it’ll be a significant boost. With costs being more manageable, more people will be inclined to travel within Indonesia. This could mean a revival for local businesses, hotels, tourism operators, and the overall economy.
We know from Skyscanner[[1](https://www.skyscanner.com/flights-to/id/cheap-flights-to-indonesia.html)]that tourist hotspots like Jakarta and Yogyakarta are already popular destinations. This could make them even more appealing and give a welcome boost to these regions during the holiday season.
Thank you so much for your insights, [Guest Name]. This is great news for Indonesians and the tourism industry as a whole.