The Spirit of Indonesia, Connecting the Archipelago and the World.
Founded
1949
Headquarters
Tangerang, Indonesia
Alliance
SkyTeam
Garuda Indonesia is the national flag carrier of Indonesia, operating scheduled passenger and cargo services across an extensive domestic network and to international destinations in Asia, the Middle East, Australia, and Europe. Named after the mythical eagle Garuda from Hindu and Buddhist tradition, the airline is one of the oldest and most recognized carriers in Southeast Asia.
Founded in 1949, Garuda Indonesia has grown to become a significant player in the Asia-Pacific aviation market. The airline joined SkyTeam in 2014, further expanding its global connectivity and codeshare partnerships. It operates primarily from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in Jakarta.
Garuda Indonesia has faced significant financial challenges in recent years, including bankruptcy protection proceedings in 2021 amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Following a restructuring process, the airline has worked to return to profitability and rebuild its network and fleet.
Hubs & network
Garuda Indonesia's primary hub is Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) in Jakarta, with a secondary hub at Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) in Bali.
Fleet
Garuda Indonesia operates a fleet primarily consisting of Boeing 737-800 and 737 MAX aircraft, along with Airbus A330s for wider-body and long-haul services.
Notable facts
- ›Named after the Garuda, the mythical eagle and national emblem of Indonesia.
- ›Joined the SkyTeam airline alliance in March 2014.
- ›Filed for bankruptcy protection in 2021 amid heavy debt and the COVID-19 pandemic.
- ›Operates one of the largest domestic networks in the world, serving hundreds of destinations across the Indonesian archipelago.
- ›Has won multiple Skytrax World Airline Awards, including recognition for cabin crew service.
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