Garuda Indonesia Increases Flight Frequency of Routes to Australia
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The company targets its passenger growth from flights to Australia to reach 650,000 passengers this year.
“Flight frequency from Jakarta to Australia is increased to five times from four times each week, while the frequency for Bali-Australia route is raised to seven times from six times per week,” said M Arif Wibowo, President Director of Garuda Indonesia on Tuesday (3/7).
He said the addition of frequency on flights to Australia will be adjusted with market demand during the holiday period. Thus the flight frequency will be different each period.
The addition of frequency is part of Garuda Indonesia’s effort in meeting demands and rising market growth, and is line with the synergy commitment the company has implemented with Tourism Australia. The cooperation has boosted the number of passengers on Australia flights to more than 644,237 passengers in 2016.
Questions & Answers
Q.When will Garuda Indonesia increase its flight frequency to Australia?
When will Garuda Indonesia increase its flight frequency to Australia?
The increased flight frequency will be implemented during the holiday period from May to October, specifically in 2017. This adjustment aims to meet market demand during these peak travel months.
Q.What is the new flight frequency for the Jakarta to Australia route?
What is the new flight frequency for the Jakarta to Australia route?
The frequency for flights from Jakarta to Australia will increase to five times each week. Previously, this route operated four times per week, so it's an addition of one flight.
Q.What is Garuda Indonesia's passenger target for Australian flights this year?
What is Garuda Indonesia's passenger target for Australian flights this year?
Garuda Indonesia aims for passenger growth from flights to Australia to reach 650,000 passengers this year. This is a target for 2017, building on previous numbers.
Q.How many passengers did the cooperation with Tourism Australia bring in last year?
How many passengers did the cooperation with Tourism Australia bring in last year?
The cooperation with Tourism Australia helped boost the number of passengers on Australia flights to more than 644,237 passengers in 2016. This figure demonstrates the synergy's impact.
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