Greater Bay Airlines Unlocks New Indonesia Travel Gateway With Launch Of Hong Kong Surabaya Flights

Greater Bay Airlines (GBA) has officially expanded its international network with the launch of its first-ever route to Indonesia, beginning scheduled services between Hong Kong and Surabaya on 25 September. The new connection links Hong Kong International Airport with Juanda International Airport in Surabaya, offering travellers a direct travel option between the two cities.

The newly introduced service operates four times weekly, with flights running every Sunday, Monday, Wednesday and Friday. The route strengthens air connectivity between Hong Kong and Indonesia while creating new opportunities for tourism, business, and cultural exchanges between the two markets.

To mark the milestone, GBA hosted an inaugural celebration at Terminal 2 of Hong Kong International Airport on the afternoon of the launch day. The ceremony brought together representatives from the aviation, government, and tourism sectors to celebrate the airline’s latest network expansion.

The event was attended by several distinguished guests, including Legislative Council Members Yiu Pak-leung and Vivian Kong, Acting Consul General of Indonesia in Hong Kong and Macau Baskara Pradipta, Director-General of Civil Aviation Clara Wong, Principal Assistant Secretary for Transport and Logistics Stephen Lo, Assistant Secretary for Transport and Logistics Miki Chan, Airport Authority Hong Kong Director of Service Delivery Wing Yeung, and General Manager of Route Development Ricky Chong.

Following the departure from Hong Kong, the inaugural flight arrived at Juanda International Airport at around 10:00 pm local time, where passengers and the airline were welcomed with a special arrival ceremony celebrating the beginning of the new air link.

The Surabaya route represents an important step in GBA’s regional expansion strategy, adding Indonesia as a new destination within its growing international network and enhancing travel choices for passengers connecting Hong Kong with Southeast Asia.

GBA’s Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Hou Wei said, “We are delighted to
launch a scheduled service to Surabaya, Indonesia, further expanding our network in
the region. GBA currently operates more than 20 scheduled and seasonal routes
across Asia and the Chinese Mainland. We will continue to proactively explore new
destinations to meet market demand.”

Located on the eastern side of Java Island, Surabaya stands as Indonesia’s second-largest city and serves as the administrative capital of East Java Province. Known as a key maritime gateway and a thriving business hub, the city continues to experience strong economic development supported by modern infrastructure and an efficient transport system. Surabaya seamlessly blends the energy of a growing metropolitan centre with its deep-rooted history, cultural traditions and heritage landmarks. Visitors can explore impressive architectural sites, savour authentic local cuisine and enjoy diverse shopping experiences. Beyond the city, Surabaya acts as a convenient starting point for journeys to iconic attractions such as Mount Bromo, attracting both corporate visitors and holidaymakers from around the world.

The flight schedule of GBA’s Hong Kong – Surabaya service is as follows:

Hong Kong – Surabaya Flight Schedule

Hong Kong – Surabaya Flight Schedule

Airport: Juanda International Airport (SUB)

GBA, a Hong Kong-based value-focused airline, launched operations in July 2022 and has since expanded its scheduled flight network across Asia. The carrier currently connects Hong Kong with destinations including Bangkok, Taipei, Tokyo, Osaka, Fukuoka, Sapporo, Okinawa, Surabaya, Zhoushan, Yichang, Guilin, Zhangjiajie, Datong, Enshi and Dunhuang. GBA operates a fleet comprising Boeing 737-800 and Boeing 737-9 aircraft to serve its growing regional network.