Press Release
Garuda Indonesia and Japan Airlines Expect Launching a Joint Business
Joint Release
Japan Airlines Co., Ltd.
PT Garuda Indonesia (Persero) Tbk (“Garuda Indonesia")
Tokyo, JAPAN - Japan Airlines and Garuda Indonesia signed a Joint Business Agreement, following the approvals obtained from Japan's Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism for Anti-Trust Immunity (ATI.)
The agreement for joint business will allow the two airlines to cooperate commercially on flights between Indonesia and Japan and its connecting domestic flights in Japan and Indonesia. JAL and Garuda aim to deliver more benefits to customers by providing additional flight choices, a larger network, better connections, and an enhanced frequent flyer program. Further details will be announced as they are finalized.
Left:Irfan Setiaputra, President and CEO of Garuda Indonesia
Right: Mitsuko Tottori, President and Group CEO of Japan Airlines
Mitsuko Tottori, President and Group CEO of Japan Airlines said, “We are excited about the opportunities the Joint Business provides for both airlines. We are confident that with this partnership, we will be able to deliver important benefits to our customers and to grow the business between Japan and Indonesia. We would like to thank the MLIT (Japanese Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism) for approving our ATI application with Garuda Indonesia. We expect to launch this joint business relationship in the second the second quarter of 2025 to provide additional travel benefits for our mutual customers.”
Irfan Setiaputra, President and CEO of Garuda Indonesia said, We are delighted to elevate the partnership between Garuda Indonesia and Japan Airlines to new heights. The longstanding commitment with Japan Airlines, illustrates how far Garuda Indonesia has evolved in order to sustain value creation for consumers to enjoy air travel services between Indonesia and Japan. This partnership signifies a major step towards strengthening the aviation ties between the two countries and aimed to expand our business presence and enhancing connectivity between Indonesia and Japan. Furthermore, we believe that a strong foundation of regulatory compliance aspects in this partnership will aid us to deepen our collaboration across a wider scope of commercial activities. Therefore, we will work closely with the government to ensure that regulatory compliance will be fulfilled."
＜FY24 Winter Flight Schedule (IDN=JPN) ＞
＜Codeshare routes operated by JAL and Garuda Indonesia＞
About Garuda Indonesia
Carrying out the mandate as the national flag carrier for more than seven decades, Garuda Indonesia committed to connecting the archipelago while carrying the nation’s image to the world stage. With a top-notch fleet and a distinctive service concept highlighting Indonesian hospitality and as a part of SkyTeam Alliance, Garuda Indonesia now serves at least 35 exotic destinations in Indonesia and 15 attractive destinations worldwide. With our service value #BecauseYouMatter, Garuda Indonesia is committed to consistently creating the best experience for all passengers by providing customer-focused flight services and maintaining high service standards, including on-time performance, throughout the flight experience.
From pre-flights to post-flights, Garuda Indonesia passengers will sense a genuine experience that accentuates distinctive yet authentic Indonesian.
For more information, please visit https://www.garuda-indonesia.
About Japan Airlines
Japan Airlines (JAL), Japan’s first private aviation company, was established in 1951 and is a member of the oneworld Alliance. The airline operates a fleet of 227 aircraft (as of March 2024) and began renewing its international long haul aircraft with the Airbus A350-1000 starting 2023 Winter Schedule. Together with other JAL Group and partner airlines, JAL offers an extensive domestic and international network that serves 384 airports across 66 countries/regions. The airline has received numerous accolades for its exceptional service, including being recognized as a certified 5 Star Airline by Skytrax and being awarded the prestigious "World Class" Airline title by APEX, the Airline Passenger Experience Association. The airline is dedicated to ensuring the highest standards of flight safety and overall service quality, striving to be the most preferred airline by customers worldwide.
For details and to learn more, visit JAL's official website at https://www.jal.com/en/.
