AirAsia launches inaugural flight to Kertajati, West Java

AirAsia made history today with its inaugural flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kertajati in West Java, Indonesia.

This milestone marks AirAsia as the first low-cost carrier to fly internationally to and from Kertajati, bringing new possibilities for tourism and economic development to the Greater Bandung area.

Passengers aboard flight AK418 were warmly welcomed upon arrival by notable figures, including Bapak Drs. Benny Bachtiar M.SI, Head of Tourism and Culture, Province of West Java, and His Excellency Dato’ Syed Md Hasrin, Ambassador of Malaysia to Indonesia.

AirAsia pioneers low-cost international flights to Kertajati

AirAsia’s flight AK418 departed from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (Terminal 2) at 9.05 AM, reaching Kertajati International Airport at 10.20 AM local time.

The launch of this new route signifies a significant step forward for AirAsia as the first low-cost carrier to serve Kertajati post-pandemic.

Kertajati International Airport, the second largest airport in Indonesia, acts as a crucial transportation hub connecting travellers to Greater Bandung, Cirebon, and the surrounding regions of West Java and Central Java.

Riad Asmat, CEO of AirAsia, expressed his honour in connecting travellers to the unexplored gem of Kertajati.

Since AirAsia’s inception in 2004, the airline has been dedicated to facilitating seamless travel experiences between Malaysia and Indonesia. With over 2.5 million passengers flying between the two nations in 2019 alone, AirAsia has expanded its network to 12 destinations in Indonesia, operating 151 weekly flights.

Showcasing Kertajati and Greater Bandung’s charm

AirAsia’s mission extends beyond mere connectivity; it aims to put West Java and Indonesia as a whole back on the map as must-visit destinations in ASEAN.

The new Kuala Lumpur-Kertajati route presents an opportunity for both locals and tourists to explore the picturesque town of Kertajati and its neighbouring attractions.

Located just an hour away from Bandung, a renowned shopping paradise, the Majalengka Regency offers a unique blend of natural beauty and cultural heritage.

Riad Asmat further emphasized that the introduction of flights from Kuala Lumpur not only introduces Kertajati to travellers from ASEAN and beyond but also creates substantial economic and employment prospects for the local community.

AirAsia, as a leading airline group in the region, is committed to playing its role in bringing foreign tourists directly to various popular and underserved cities in Indonesia and Malaysia, contributing to both governments’ target of attracting millions of foreign visitors by 2023.

With AirAsia’s commitment to affordability and accessibility, this new route is expected to unlock the untapped potential of Kertajati and contribute to the growth of Greater Bandung’s tourism and economy.