Vehicle Surge via MBZ Significantly Recorded H-7 Idulfitri

Drivers pass on the MBZ Flyover Road on H-7 Idul Fitri 1447 Hijriah or Saturday (14/3/2026). ANTARA/Pradita Kurniawan Syah.

JAKARTA - PT Jasamarga Jalanlayang Cikampek (JJC) stated that the spike in vehicles passing on the Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed (MBZ) Flyover was recorded significantly on H-7 Idulfitri 1447 Hijriah or Saturday, March 14.

"The volume of vehicle traffic passing through the MBZ Route has begun to show a significant increase since Saturday night," said GM Operations and Maintenance of PT. JJC Desti Anggraeni in Bekasi, West Java, Antara, Sunday, March 15.

He said that as many as 42,718 vehicles were recorded leaving Jakarta through the MBZ Flyover, an increase of 41.23 percent compared to the normal daily traffic of 30,247 vehicles.

"The increase in vehicle volume occurs throughout the day with the most significant spike at night, reaching 196.69 percent compared to normal conditions," he said.

Meanwhile, the flow of vehicles to Jakarta was recorded at 28,710 vehicles or an increase of 5.7 percent compared to the daily normal traffic of 27,161 vehicles.

The increase in traffic to Jakarta occurred in the morning by 22.25 percent and at night by 11.54 percent, while during the day it was recorded to have decreased by 7.45 percent compared to normal conditions.

Desti said the data showed that vehicle movement on the MBZ Flyover Road began to increase as it approached the 2026 Eid al-Fitr holiday.

However, the general traffic condition is still monitored smoothly and under control with the support of intensive traffic monitoring and the readiness of operational officers in the field.

In order to support the smooth and safe journey, PT JJC continues to appeal to road users who pass through the MBZ Flyover Road to always prioritize safety.

Road users are expected to ensure that the condition of the driver and vehicle is in good condition, maintain the adequacy of electricity and fuel, and anticipate potential changes in weather, especially rain which can affect visibility and road surface conditions.

"Prioritize safety, rest when you are tired, may you always be safe and comfortable throughout the journey until you reach your destination," he said.