Indonesia’s national airline, Garuda Indonesia, has announced the addition of an eighth daily flight between Singapore and Jakarta. Commencing 1 August 2011, the introduction of the new service establishes the airline as a frequency leader for the route.

The new flight will operate using a Boeing 737-800NG aircraft, which features Garuda Indonesia’s new ‘Nature’s Wing’ livery, signature interior and upgraded on-board services. The new outbound service, GA 837, will depart Changi Airport at 11.20am and arrive in Soekarno-Hatta Airport at 12.05pm. The inbound flight, GA 836, will depart Jakarta at 7:55am, arriving in Singapore at 10:20am.

“Singapore is a key destination for us as it represents our busiest route outside of Indonesia, with over 60 outbound flights weekly. With this new service, we increase our passenger appeal by offering an even wider range of timings on this key route to accommodate the growing demand,” said Risnandi, Senior General Manager, Area Asia, Garuda Indonesia.

Passengers will have the opportunity to enjoy the airline’s unique service concept known as the ‘Garuda Indonesia Experience’, which combines warm Indonesian hospitality with quality service that emphasizes safety and comfort. They will also benefit from the enhanced check-in, departure and arrival facilities at Garuda Indonesia’s new home at Changi Airport Terminal 3.

The airline recently launched a new daily service from Singapore to Makassar in line with plans to develop the city as its third domestic hub, after Jakarta and Bali, and gateway to East Indonesia.

To celebrate the introduction of this additional service, Garuda Indonesia will be running a one week sale on Singapore - Jakarta route from now till 31 July 2011.