KUCHING — AirBorneo today opened ticket sales for its new direct service between Kuching and Jakarta, with all-in one-way fares starting from RM399 in Economy Class and RM888 in Business Class.

The route to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport will operate three times weekly, on Mondays, Fridays and Sundays, with the inaugural flight scheduled for November 13.

Flight MY 396 departs Kuching at 3.10pm, while the return flight, MY 397, leaves Jakarta at 4.55pm local time.

“Our direct Kuching to Jakarta service marks an important milestone as we grow AirBorneo’s regional network across key Asean gateways,” AirBorneo chief executive officer Megat Ardian Aminuddin said in a statement.

“A direct link to Indonesia’s commercial capital makes it easier for business leaders, investors and official delegations to travel between our two markets. It also offers patients and families a more comfortable journey to specialist care in Sarawak,” he said.

Megat Ardian added that the route would serve leisure travellers in both directions.

“Indonesian visitors can discover Borneo’s rainforests, culture and festivals, while travellers from Borneo can enjoy all that Jakarta has to offer. We look forward to welcoming them on board with full-service comfort and a taste that’s uniquely Sarawak,” he said.