Lion Air introduces new Lombok-Makassar flight route: enhancing travel connectivity across Indonesia

Tuesday, April 2, 2024

Lion Air has unveiled a fresh flight route linking Lombok, the heart of West Nusa Tenggara (NTB), with Makassar, the primary gateway to South Sulawesi. Commencing on March 27, 2024, travelers can now fly from Zainuddin Abdul Madjid International Airport (LOP) to Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (UPG), granting enhanced accessibility to over 20 destination cities across Indonesia.

Simplified Travel from Sumbawa Island to Makassar

This innovative service offers a convenient transit option in Lombok for residents of Bima and Sumbawa Besar heading to Makassar, streamlining travel and making it the preferred choice for commuters.

Flight Schedule

Operates every Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday

Route Flight No. Departure Arrival
Lombok (LOP) – Makassar (UPG) JT-840 14.45 WITA 15.55 WITA
Makassar (UPG) – Lombok (LOP) JT-841 12.35 WITA 13.50 WITA

Enhanced Connectivity to East Indonesia

Lion Air now offers expanded routes from Makassar to Bau-Bau, Bima, Kolaka, Morowali, Palopo, Raha, Tana Toraja, as well as other key cities including Ambon, Balikpapan, Banjarmasin, Biak, Gorontalo, Jayapura, Kendari, Manado, Manokwari, Merauke, Palu, Sorong, Ternate, and Timika. This network presents fresh opportunities for businesses to expand and tourists to discover Indonesia’s natural beauty.

Attractions of the Lombok-Makassar Route: Beyond Travel

Launched during Ramadan, the route offers a perfect opportunity for festive Lebaran trips or memorable holidays. With the hashtag #DiIndonesiaAja, Lion Air encourages travelers to explore local destinations easily accessible via their flights.

Supporting the Lebaran Tradition with the Lombok-Makassar Route

In alignment with the traditional Lebaran mudik (homecoming) practice, Lion Air’s Lombok-Makassar route strengthens connectivity in the region, facilitating joyful and meaningful reunions.

Chance to Win Exciting Prizes

BookCabin, an app for hassle-free accommodation booking and online check-ins, offers added convenience and presents the chance to win prizes including Samsung Galaxy S23 phones, iPad 10.9” 10th generation tablets, and Garmin Vivoactive 5 smartwatches. Simply install the BookCabin app, become a member, and every flight ticket transaction exceeding Rp 100,000 earns a lottery ticket. Additional lottery entries are granted for online check-ins via the app. Winners’ announcements will be made via the app, as well as BookCabin’s official Instagram and Facebook accounts.

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