Press Release

Joint Release

Japan Airlines Co., Ltd.
PT Garuda Indonesia (Persero) Tbk (“Garuda Indonesia”)

Tokyo, JAPAN – Japan Airlines and Garuda Indonesia are set to launch a joint business partnership on April 1, 2025, where the two carriers will cooperate commercially on flights between Indonesia and Japan. 

Following the expansion of our cooperation in October 2024, Garuda Indonesia and Japan Airlines are committed to provide enhanced flight services to passengers through extensive integrated flight schedules, featuring seamless connections between Indonesia and Japan.
* Press Release: October 03, 2024 “Garuda Indonesia and Japan Airlines Expect Launching a Joint Business”

This Joint Business partnership also offers various benefits, ranging from more competitive special ticket price, and seamless experience for the passengers through the journey.

Sales for Tactical Fares
To celebrate the launch of the Joint Business between Garuda Indonesia and Japan Airlines, customers can enjoy special prices for flights between Japan and Indonesia.

Sales Period: March 7, 2025, to March 13, 2025
Travel Date: From April 1, 2025 onward
*Tickets can be reserved on various channels of both carriers.

Codeshare Network Expansion
With a significant expansion of codeshare flights covering over 34 routes in Indonesia and Japan, customers will gain access to numerous new destinations. This expansion adds to the current codeshare flights, enabling both international and domestic travel operated by Garuda Indonesia and Japan Airlines.

New Applicable Routes Operated by Garuda Indonesia
- Jakarta - Kuala Namu
- Jakarta - Pekanbaru
- Jakarta - Makassar
- Jakarta - Manado
- Jakarta - Solo
- Jakarta - Semarang
- Jakarta - Banda Aceh
- Jakarta - Balikpapan
- Jakarta – Sorong
- Jakarta – Lombok
- Jakarta - Padang
- Jakarta - Palembang
- Denpasar - Surabaya
- Denpasar - Yogyakarta
- Denpasar - Makassar
- Denpasar - Sorong
- Denpasar - Balikpapan

New Applicable Routes Operated by Japan Airlines
- Tokyo (Haneda) - Osaka (Kansai)
- Tokyo (Haneda) - Okinawa
- Tokyo (Haneda) - Hakodate
- Tokyo (Haneda) - Aomori
- Tokyo (Haneda) - Akita
- Tokyo (Haneda) - Komatsu
- Tokyo (Haneda) - Okayama
- Tokyo (Haneda) - Hiroshima
- Tokyo (Haneda) - Takamatsu
- Tokyo (Haneda) - Matsuyama
- Tokyo (Haneda) - Tokushima
- Tokyo (Haneda) - Kochi
- Tokyo (Haneda) - Kumamoto
- Tokyo (Haneda) - Miyazaki
- Tokyo (Haneda) - Kagoshima
- Tokyo (Narita) - Nagoya (Chubu)
- Tokyo (Narita) - Osaka (Itami)
*Codeshare flights are subject to approval.
 

Mileage Program
Passengers can accumulate and redeem miles in both JAL and Garuda Indonesia programs. JAL Mileage Bank members can earn miles on Garuda Indonesia flight and exchange the miles for Garuda Indonesia award travel tickets. Additionally, JMB Diamond members, JGC Premium members, and other FLY ON members can also earn FLY ON Program Mile-Up Bonus based on your service status on Garuda Indonesia’s flights between Japan and Indonesia.

Ross Leggett, Managing Executive Officer, Senior Vice President Route Marketing of Japan Airlines said, “It is a great pleasure to announce our newest joint business partnership with Garuda Indonesia. We are confident that this partnership will enable us to deliver important benefits to our customers and to grow the business between Japan and Indonesia. Garuda Indonesia and Japan Airlines are excited to enhance our partnership, which will not only improve connectivity between the two countries but also foster stronger economic and cultural ties.”

Garuda Indonesia, Commercial Director, Ade R. Susardi, "Through our recent "Joint Business" partnership with Japan Airlines, Garuda Indonesia plans to strengthen its market share, especially in East Asia. It aligns with our efforts to attract the international tourists visit from Japan to explore Indonesia's destinations ranging from Medan, Makassar, Surabaya, Yogyakarta, and other must-visit cities to support Indonesia's sustainable tourism development.

＜FY25 Summer Flight Schedule (IDN=JPN) ＞
 

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.com/jp/en/ 

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/