Drop In Cost Of Domestic Airfares From Bali Boosts Itinerary Options For Tourists
As promised earlier in the year, the Indonesian government has secured a 10% decrease in the cost of domestic airfares.
This brings a lot of benefits for Bali-bound holidaymakers, making it more affordable to explore the wider archipelago, and providing more affordable options for layovers and connecting flights on long-haul journeys to the province.
The Deputy Chairman of the Association of Indonesian Travel Agencies, Budi Ardiansjah, has spoken to reporters following the announcement of the price cut.
He welcomed the government’s policy to reduce domestic airfares by 10% during the 2024/2025 Christmas and New Year period.
He has, however, noted that there is a way to go in order to make domestic travel more accessible and affordable in the long term.
Ardinasjah told reporters, “We appreciate the government’s move, but there is pessimism because this policy seems too late. On average, tickets for travel during the Nataru period have been purchased 2 to 3 months in advance.”
He added, “What we hope is that the reduction in ticket prices will not be just a temporary measure. Starting from January 2025 onwards, policies like this need to be implemented sustainably. That way, the tourism sector can feel a more significant impact.”
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