Citilink Introduces New Route to Pagar Alam, Operating Twice a Week

Citilink aircraft (Doc. Citilink)

Citilink officially presents a new flight route connecting Halim Perdanakusuma Airport with Atung Bungsu Airport, South Sumatra. This route has been operating since yesterday and is part of the company's efforts to expand domestic connectivity.

Citilink President Director, Darsito Hendroseputro said the opening of this route aims to provide ease of access to air transportation for the community.

"The opening of the Jakarta-Pagar Alam route is our effort to provide easier and more efficient air transportation access for people, business actors, and tourists who want to reach the South Sumatra region," said Darsito in an official statement, Wednesday, March 18.

Darsito said the Jakarta-Pagar Alam route is served twice a week, namely every Tuesday and Friday, using the ATR 72-600 fleet. Flights from Jakarta are scheduled to depart at 09.15 local time and arrive at Pagar Alam at 10.55 with flight number QG 1192.

"Instead, the flight from Pagar Alam departs at 11.20 local time and arrives in Jakarta at 13.15 with flight number QG 1193," he said.

Darsito added that the presence of this route is expected to be able to encourage regional economic growth and strengthen the tourism sector in Pagar Alam and its surroundings.

"Through the opening of this route, Citilink hopes to continue to strengthen national air connectivity and contribute to supporting the growth of the tourism and economic sectors in various regions in Indonesia," he said.

Citilink emphasizes its commitment to continue to provide reliable air transportation services by prioritizing safety, security, and comfort for all customers.