Gotrade News - PT Angkasa Pura Indonesia, also known as InJourney Airports, has launched the 2026 Free Travel Program, sending off 2,026 travelers to various destinations across Indonesia. This initiative is part of the 2026 BUMN Free Travel, which provides transportation via bus, ship, and train. Through this program, InJourney Airports supports seamless mobility during the Eid al-Fitr travel period.
Key Takeaways:
- Departure of 2,026 travelers organized by InJourney Airports.
- Part of the BUMN Free Travel program.
- Aims to support the tradition and safety of holiday travel.
InJourney Airports' Director of Finance and Risk Management, Yanindya Bayu Wirawan, emphasized that traveling home for Eid (mudik) is an important tradition during the celebration in Indonesia. The program offers services across 37 airports and supports communities by providing safe and free transportation. The homecoming experience becomes more organized and professional.
On March 17, 2026, InJourney Airports dispatched travelers using six buses from Soekarno-Hatta Airport to Solo, Yogyakarta, Lampung, and Palembang. An additional bus departed from Gelora Bung Karno, Jakarta. A total of 245 travelers set off by bus.
Earlier, on March 15, 2026, around 400 travelers left by ship from Soekarno-Hatta Port Makassar to Tanjung Perak Port Surabaya. On March 16, 2026, 805 travelers departed from Hunimua Port Ambon to Waipirit Port Pulau Seram.
InJourney also arranged the departure of 576 travelers using the Jaka Tingkir Train from Pasar Senen Station to Purwosari Station and Solo Balapan on March 18, 2026. This approach underscores BUMN's commitment to facilitating the Eid travel journey.
Meanwhile, the Ministry of Tourism noted that 4.2 million residents chose not to travel home and opted to celebrate Eid in Jakarta. The Deputy for Marketing, Ni Made Ayu Marthini, mentioned that Jakarta offers a variety of attractive tourist destinations for those staying, such as Monas and Taman Mini.
Ni Made Ayu believes that the decision to remain in Jakarta will impact the local economy. The ministry will assess the financial movement with various stakeholders. The Ministry of Tourism hopes many from outside Jakarta will visit after the holidays for leisure.
The decision to support smooth travel and create opportunities for local tourism is expected to have a positive impact on the economy and society at large, adding vibrancy to this year's Eid celebrations.
Reference:
- Liputan6, InJourney Airports Berangkatkan 2.026 Pemudik Lewat Program Mudik Gratis BUMN 2026. Accessed on March 18, 2026
- Bloomberg Technoz, Kemenpar Sambut Baik 4,2 Juta Warga Pilih Tak Mudik Lebaran 2026. Accessed on March 18, 2026
- Kompas, InJourney Prediksi Puncak Arus Mudik Hari Ini, Bandara Bakal Dipadati 570.000 Penumpang. Accessed on March 18, 2026
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