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Garuda Indonesia and Emirates plan to codeshare
Garuda Indonesia returned to Europe some years ago (after the airline’s removal from the EU’s blacklist) with big aspirations for the future.
Is Garuda Indonesia on the brink of bankruptcy?
COVID-19 has battered Indonesian flag carrier Garuda’s revenue and sent earnings plunging, causing trading of the airline’s shares to be halted recently after a bond default.
Garuda Indonesia negotiates with lessors to return 50 aircrafts
Garuda Indonesia has shed more light on its operating circumstances, including on the skeletal fleet it is operating amid the coronavirus pandemic, as well as measures taken to cut costs.
World’s most punctual airlines revealed
The results of OAG Punctuality League 2020 have revealed a comprehensive ranking of the world’s largest airlines and airports for on-time performance (OTP).
Garuda Indonesia takes the…
Garuda’s viral handwritten menu turned into a hot mess
We can see the power of social media after a popular Indonesian YouTuber posted a video of his experience in the business class of Garuda airline that immediately went viral.
Lost trust: Garuda and Lion Air snub 737 Max 8
Indonesia’s Garuda has told Boeing that it will cancel its multi-billion impending order for 49 737 Max 8 jets after the model was involved in two fatal crashes.
Bon appétit: Transforming in-flight meals into bespoke experiences
IATA has predicted that the number of air travellers will double by 2035. And offering premium in-flight meals is one way to attract more customers and expand their businesses.
Garuda Indonesia gains operational control of Sriwijaya Group
National airline Garuda Indonesia has announced that it will take over the operations of its rival airline Sriwijaya Group.
Asian air route updates: new flights from Garuda, KLM, AirAsia and more…
Bali gets another Chinese connection
Where? Bali (Indonesia) to Chengdu (China)
When? Three times a week, effective 22 May 2017
Who? Garuda Indonesia
Why? Part of the Indonesian…
International flights start from Jakarta T3
International flights have commenced at Terminal 3 of Jakarta's Soekarno-Hatta International Airport.
The new terminal's first international services departed on 1 May 2017, with Garuda…
The latest appointments from Garuda, AccorHotels, Amadeus and more…
LAURENT A. VOIVENEL has joined Swiss-Belhotel International as senior vice president of operations & development for the Middle East, Africa & India. A seasoned industry…
Garuda boosts Australian routes
Garuda Indonesia will increase its flights to Australia this summer, providing more connections to and from Jakarta and Bali.
In a joint press conference with Tourism Australia, the…
Indonesia eyes Russian tourism boom with direct flights
Indonesia is hoping to capitalise on the resurgent Russian outbound market with the launch of direct flights between Jakarta and Moscow.
National carrier Garuda Indonesia has revealed…
Indonesian agents boycott Garuda
The Association of Indonesian Tour & Travel Agents (ASITA) has started boycotting Garuda Indonesia, following the national carrier's decision to cut commissions.
ASITA, which has…
Indonesian airport closes after runway incident
One of Indonesia's biggest airports was forced to suspend operations on Thursday after an aircraft skidded off the runway while landing.
The Jakarta Post reports that the Garuda…
Garuda expands West Papua connections
Garuda Indonesia is extending its network to the westernmost parts of the country, with additional capacity to, from and within the province of West Papua.
The Antara news agency…
Garuda eyes new routes for Chinese New Year
Garuda Indonesia is planning to take advantage of the booming Chinese outbound travel market by launching a series of new charter flights over the Lunar New Year holiday period.
The…
Garuda opens a passage to India
Indonesia could be set for a tourism boost from India following the launch of a new flight service linking Jakarta with Mumbai.
Garuda Indonesia commenced the new route on 12 December…
Garuda boosts Chinese connections from Bali
Garuda Indonesia will launch scheduled flights between Bali to Chengdu early next year, as it continues to expand its operations between China and the resort island.
Commencing on 15…
Garuda may increase Bali-Lombok capacity
Garuda Indonesia is considering deploying larger aircraft on its short flights between Bali and Lombok.
The Antara news agency reported the national carrier's manager for West Nusa…
Garuda selects Sabre to improve operations
Garuda Indonesia has decided to use Sabre's technology to improve its operations.
The national carrier has selected a complete range of Sabre airline solutions in an effort to improve…
Garuda gets green light to fly to US
Garuda Indonesia will soon be able to fly to the US, after the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) upgraded Indonesia's safety rating.
Indonesia had been a Category 2-rated country,…
Garuda wants to fly to US
Garuda Indonesia is planning to launch flights to the US as early as next year.
At present, the national carrier is unable to fly to the US as Indonesia has a 'Category 2' safety…
UK arrivals to Indonesia surge
The first quarter of 2016 has seen the United Kingdom emerge as the leading growth source market to Indonesia, with an increase in arrivals of 28% year-on-year.
The recent surge in…
Garuda Indonesia revamps UK-Asia connections
With special promotional return fares from just £459 and same-day connections to the UK via Singapore, Garuda Indonesia is making travel to and from Bali simpler for British travellers.…
Heathrow posts strong Q1 performance
More than 16.8 million passengers used Heathrow in the first three months of 2016, representing a 2.6% year-on-year increase.
Garuda Indonesia is the latest airline to move its London…
Garuda commits to new A330neo aircraft
Garuda Indonesia has placed an order with Airbus for 14 new A330neo aircraft.
The deal was signed at a ceremony in London in the presence of Indonesia's President, Joko Widodo, and…
Garuda Indonesia launches first flight from new London home
Garuda Indonesia has launched its new service from London to Jakarta, with the inaugural flight departing from the airline’s new UK home at London Heathrow Terminal 3.
The Indonesia…
Garuda launches direct UK flights
Garuda Indonesia has launched a new service connecting London and Jakarta.
The Indonesian national carrier’s inaugural flight from London’s Heathrow Airport was flagged off on Thursday…
Garuda appoints dnata at London Heathrow
Garuda Indonesia has appointed dnata to provide all ground handling services for its new five weekly flights from Jakarta and Singapore to London Heathrow.
The agreement strengthens…
Garuda supports Lake Toba tourism with new flight
The Indonesian government's plans to develop tourism in Lake Toba have been boosted by Garuda Indonesia's decision to launch a new flight to the Sumatran scenic spot.
The Jakarta Post…
Garuda launches new travel passes for international travellers
Garuda Indonesia has launched a series of new travel passes that allow international travellers to explore more parts of Indonesia.
The new ‘Wonderful Indonesia Travel Pass’ is split…
Garuda unveils new ‘Super Diamond Seat’ in business class
Garuda Indonesia has started equipping its long-haul aircraft with a new business class seat.
The 'Super Diamond Seat' will be rolled out on the airline's new Airbus A330-300 and…
Garuda moves to London Heathrow
Garuda Indonesia has revealed that it will start flying to London Heathrow Airport in March.
The national carrier currently operates three weekly flights to the UK capital's Gatwick…
Garuda plans Mumbai-Bali flights
Garuda Indonesia is planning to launch flights connecting Bali with Mumbai.
According to a report by local news site Radar Bali, the national carrier wants to tap into the large…
Garuda connects Bali with Guangzhou
Garuda Indonesia has continued its Chinese expansion strategy with the launch of a new direct flight between Bali and Guangzhou.
The new service commenced on Sunday 22 November and…
Garuda welcomes new SkyTeam-branded jet
Garuda Indonesia has taken delivery of a brand new Boeing 777-300ER aircraft, painted with the SkyTeam livery.
The new long-haul aircraft comes equipped with 393 seats in a two-cabin…
Garuda quarterly profits surge
Garuda Indonesia achieved a sharp rise in its profits in the third quarter of 2015.
The national carrier reported a net income of US$51.4 million in the July-September period,…
Capital Airlines to launch Madrid flights, and other Chinese aviation briefs
Beijing Capital Airlines has applied for the permission to launch direct flights to Madrid.
In a statement, the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) revealed that the carrier…
Garuda discounts UK-Indonesia routes
Garuda Indonesia has launched special discounted rates for the UK market.
Valid on travel between 11 August and 12 December 2015 and 01 January to 29 February 2016, fares start from £443…
Oman Air code shares with Garuda
Oman Air and Garuda Indonesia have recently entered a new code share agreement.
The agreement will enable the airline’s customers to book flights, operated by Garuda Indonesia,…
Garuda plans France, Germany flights
Garuda Indonesia will launch new routes to France and Germany this year, it has been reported.
Indonesia's Antara news agency quoted the airline's finance director, IGN Askhara…
India’s Jet boosts Southeast Asian island links
India's Jet Airways has expanded its network in the Southeast Asia following the signing of new codeshare partnerships with two of the region’s national carriers, Garuda Indonesia and…
New air routes: Delta and Virgin expand partnership; Emirates, Etihad and Qatar confirm new destinations
Garuda Indonesia has announced its summer schedule, extending its service from London Gatwick to Jakarta to six days a week from 23 July to 28 October.
The route, via Amsterdam, will…
Loss-making Garuda plans major cost cutting drive
Garuda Indonesia has announced a major restructuring programme aimed at reversing a downturn in its financial performance.
The national carrier, which posted losses of US$206 million in…
Hard work pays off for five-star Garuda
Garuda Indonesia has seen its recent modernisation programme pay dividends, after it was awarded the coveted five-star rating from Skytrax.
The national carrier becomes only the seventh…
Garuda adds Myanmar connections with new codeshare
Garuda Indonesia has signed an agreement that will see it offer new connections to Myanmar.
A new codeshare will see Garuda place its 'GA' flight code on with Myanmar Airways…
Garuda could own airports – president
Garuda Indonesia would consider owning and running airports in future, its president Emirsyah Satar has said.
Speaking at the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines' (AAPA) Assembly of…
Garuda posts heavy loss
Garuda Indonesia posted a significant loss for the third quarter of the year, as the depreciation of the Indonesian rupiah hit the airline.
The national carrier slumped to a loss of…
Garuda buys US$5bn worth of new planes
Garuda Indonesia has penned a major new deal to revamp its single-aisle aircraft fleet.
The Indonesian national carrier has signed a purchase order for 50 new Boeing 737 MAX aircraft,…
Garuda to launch Nagoya flights
Garuda Indonesia will expand its operations in Japan next year, with the launch of a new direct service connecting Jakarta and Nagoya.
Commencing in April 2015, the new route will…
Garuda launches flights to London
Garuda Indonesia has launched its long-awaited service to London.
The new route commenced on 8 September 2014 and will now operate five times a week between Jakarta and London Gatwick…
Garuda codeshares to US with Delta
Garuda Indonesia has signed a new codeshare agreement with Delta Air Lines that will give it access to the US market.
Under the new arrangement, Garuda will place its 'GA' code on…
Amadeus seals Garuda fares
Amadeus has signed a new distribution agreement with Garuda Indonesia that will enable the GDS company to sell the airline's full range of fares.
Travel agencies in Indonesia,…
Garuda’s Citilink to acquire Tigerair Mandala – report
Indonesia's state-run low-cost carrier Citilink is planning to take over the struggling Tigerair Mandala, it has been revealed.
Citilink's president director, Arif Wibowo confirmed…
Garuda postpones direct London-Jakarta route
Garuda Indonesia has postponed direct flights between London and Jakarta, with the service to run through Amsterdam instead this summer.
Despite healthy sales for the route the…
SkyTeam member Garuda aims to be “global airline”
Garuda Indonesia is hoping to become known as a "global airline" following its induction into the SkyTeam Alliance.
The national carrier officially became SkyTeam's 20th member in a…
Garuda becomes 20th member of SkyTeam
Garuda Indonesia has officially become a member of the SkyTeam Alliance.
The Indonesian national carrier is SkyTeam's 20th global member and its second in Southeast Asia, following…
MAS, Garuda resume codeshare
Malaysia Airlines (MAS) and Garuda Indonesia have resumed their codeshare partnership on flights between Kuala Lumpur and Jakarta.
Effective immediately, Garuda will place its 'GA'…
Garuda to develop Bintan aviation hub
Garuda Indonesia has signed a new deal that will lead to the establishment of a new aviation hub on the island of Bintan.
The national carrier has formed a partnership with…
Garuda profits slide in 2013
Garuda Indonesia experienced a sharp fall in profits last year, as high fuel prices and currency issues impacted the airline.
The Antara news agency reports that the national carrier…
BTS: Garuda’s London bookings healthy ahead of launch
Garuda Indonesia has witnessed healthy forward bookings ahead of its London route launch in May.
Jubi Prasetyo, general manager UK at Garuda Indonesia told Travel Daily the carrier is…
Garuda offers flights for Sulawesi pilgrims
Garuda Indonesia is planning to launch a new flight that would allow Muslim residents of Makassar, on the island of Sulawesi, to travel to Saudi Arabia for the Umrah religious festival.…
ATR celebrates record year
Aircraft manufacturer ATR is celebrating a record year.
The European turboprop-maker delivered 74 aircraft to customers during 2013 – the highest number ever registered in a single…
Jakarta’s second airport opens for commercial flights
Jakarta's Halim Perdanakusuma air force base has opened for commercial flights, as part of efforts to reduce congestion at the city's Soekarno-Hatta International Airport.
Garuda's…
Travel Daily Asia’s Review of 2013
So another year has passed; how was it for you?
Asia’s travel industry began the year with high hopes, following record tourist arrivals in 2012. Despite the eurozone slump and…
Japan-Indonesia links expanded with new airline partnership
ANA and Garuda have formed a new partnership aimed at boosting traffic between Japan and Indonesia.
The partnership, which was announced in Jakarta this week, will see the two…
Garuda to join SkyTeam in March
Garuda Indonesia will officially join the SkyTeam alliance in March 2014.
The Jakarta-based national carrier was initially announced as a future member of SkyTeam in June, and it has…
New Garuda sub-brand to ‘Explore’ remote areas
Garuda has launched a new sub-brand to serve more remote parts of the Indonesian archipelago.
Named 'Explore', the new service will use the airline's new fleet of smaller aircraft to…
Jet inks code share agreement with Garuda Indonesia
Jet Airways has signed a code share agreement with Garuda Indonesia and simultaneously launched a reciprocal frequent
flyer programme.
Under the code share agreement, Jet Airways…
Indonesia big enough for LCCs – Garuda chief
The Indonesian aviation market is big enough to accommodate the country’s fast-expanding low-cost carriers, the president of national carrier Garuda Indonesia has said.
According to a…
Garuda CEO wins CNBC Travel Business Leader Award
Emirsyah Satar, president & CEO of Garuda Indonesia, has been named as the winner of the CNBC's 2013 Travel Business Leader Award in Asia Pacific (TBLA).
In a recent award…
Garuda rolls out in-flight Wi-Fi
Garuda Indonesia introduced has introduced Wi-Fi services onboard its new Boeing 777s.
From this month, passengers in all classes aboard the new twin-aisle aircraft will be able to…
Garuda expands short-haul fleet with ATR deal
Garuda Indonesia will start taking delivery of a new fleet of turboprop aircraft next month.
The national carrier this week signed an agreement with European aircraft maker ATR and…
Garuda takes next step in fleet expansion
Garuda Indonesia continued the expansion of its wide-body fleet this week, with the delivery of its first brand new Airbus A330-300 aircraft.
The new aircraft is the first of 18…
Garuda to deploy B777s on Asian routes
Garuda Indonesia has revealed that it will fly its brand new fleet of Boeing 777-300ER aircraft to destinations in the Asia Pacific region later this year.
The national carrier…
Garuda boosts Singapore flights
Garuda Indonesia will increase the number of flights it operates to Singapore next month.
The Indonesian national carrier currently operates a daily service between Singapore and Bali…
Is Indonesia undergoing a capacity crisis?
A report released today has led to questions over capacity issues at Indonesia’s Soekarno-Hatt airport.
The hub, which is one of the busiest in the world, was only able to offer…
Garuda Indonesia appoints GSA in India
Garuda Indonesia has appointed a General Sales Agent (GSA) in India.
Bird Group will be the airline’s local representative in India to manage its marketing and sales activities,…
Garuda delays London launch
Garuda Indonesia has been forced to postpone the launch of its flights to London, due to capacity restrictions at Jakarta's Soekharno-Hatta International Airport.
The national carrier…
Xiamen Airlines to launch Indonesia flights
Xiamen Airlines will fly to Indonesia for the first time in September, with the launch of daily services to Jakarta.
From 12 September 2013, the Chinese airline will commence the…
Asian aviation tidbits
China Eastern to launch Manila flights
China Eastern Airlines has announced that it will launch a new service to Manila. From 18 October, the Shanghai-based airline will commence a…
Garuda receives first Boeing 777
Garuda Indonesia has celebrated the arrival of its first Boeing 777-300ER aircraft.
The new long-range jet touched down at Jakarta's Soekharno-Hatta International Airport on Tuesday 2…
Garuda expands in Singapore
Garuda Indonesia is planning to increase the number of flights it offers to and from Singapore.
From 19 July, the Indonesian national carrier will launch a new direct service between…
Garuda offers onboard immigration from China
Garuda Indonesia has introduced its 'Immigration on Board' service on its Shanghai–Jakarta flights.
Marking the launch of the scheme in China, the new service will see two immigration…
Asian aviation tidbits
Asiana to add Indonesia flights
Asiana Airlines has announced plans to launch two new routes to Indonesia. From 19 July 2013, the South Korean carrier will commence daily flights…
Garuda expands onboard immigration to China
Garuda Indonesia has expanded its 'Immigration on Board' service to the Shanghai–Jakarta route.
Effective this month, the new service will enable Chinese passengers on flights from…
Garuda expands Etihad codeshare
Garuda Indonesia has added several new destinations to its codeshare agreement with Etihad Airways.
The Indonesian national carrier will now place its 'GA' code on Etihad’s flights to…
Direct London-Jakarta flights announced
Garuda Indonesia has announced it will operate direct flights between London Gatwick and Jakarta from later this year.
The national carrier will operate the flights from the fourth quarter…
Garuda adds Pearl River Delta port check-in service
Garuda Indonesia has launched a new check-in service at five ports in the Pearl River Delta.
Passengers on Garuda flights from Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) can now check-in at…
Garuda to resume Brisbane flights
Garuda Indonesia will reintroduce flights to Brisbane next year, following a five year break.
From August 2013, the national carrier will operate six weekly flights between Jakarta and…
Etihad Airways inks code-share with Garuda Indonesia
Etihad Airways signed a code-share agreement with Garuda Indonesia.
The agreement comes into effect on 28 October 2012.
Subject to regulatory approval, the airlines plan to expand scope of…
Etihad signs codeshare deal with Garuda
Etihad Airways today signed a new codeshare agreement with Garuda Indonesia.
In the first phase of the partnership, which comes into effect on 28 October 2012, Etihad will place its ‘EY’…
Bombardier delivers new jet to Garuda
Garuda Indonesia has taken delivery of its first Bombardier CRJ1000 regional jet.
The national carrier is the aircraft’s launch customer in the Asia Pacific region and intends to operate a…
Garuda offers premium check-in service
Garuda Indonesia has launched a premium check-in area at Jakarta's Soekarno-Hatta International Airport.
Executive class passengers and Garuda Frequent Flyer (GFF) Platinum members can now…
Asian Aviation Briefs
China Airlines to recruit 126 cabin crew
China Airlines (CAL) is now accepting applications for 126 Taiwanese flight attendants, to serve on its flights to Asia and Oceania. This is the…
Garuda becomes official airline of Liverpool FC
Garuda Indonesia has signed a deal to become the 'Global Official Airline' of English Premier League side, Liverpool FC.
The deal, which will last for three seasons (2012–2015) will see a…
Asian Aviation Briefs
China to build 82 new airports
China will build 82 new airports by 2015 in an effort to provide transport links to remote rural areas. Speaking at a news conference in Shanghai recently,…
Garuda to link Singapore with Balikpapan
Garuda Indonesia has announced plans to link its Singapore-Makassar service to Balikpapan.
The new routing, which comes into effect from 27 July 2012, will see flights operate four times a…
Garuda, Accor sign global partnership
Garuda Indonesia and Accor have formed a new global partnership.
Following a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), penned in Jakarta last week by Garuda's President Director Emirsyah Satar…
Garuda, China Airlines join forces
Garuda Indonesia and China Airlines (CAL) have signed a new agreement covering joint passenger and cargo operations.
The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), signed in Bali on Thursday…
Garuda on an expansion spree
In an effort to upgrade its offerings and boost tourist numbers, Garuda Indonesia Airlines has charted out a strategic plan. The airline will have a strong participation at the forthcoming…
Garuda signs major IT deal with Amadeus
Garuda Indonesia has signed a major new IT agreement that will see it implement the Amadeus Altéa Customer Management Solution to manage its domestic and international reservations,…
Garuda orders 11 more A330s
Garuda Indonesia has placed a firm order for 11 more Airbus A330-300 aircraft.
The contract was signed yesterday in Jakarta by Garuda’s President & CEO Emirsyah Satar, and Tom Williams,…
Garuda full-year profits surge 56%
Garuda Indonesia achieved a 56.1% jump in full-year profits in 2011. The Jakarta-based national carrier posted a net profit of IDR808.67 billion (US$87.9 million) last year, compared…
