Flight operations from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to the Middle East face cancellations and delays due to airspace closures in the region. Airport operator PT Angkasa Pura Indonesia is handling affected passengers per procedures while keeping the terminal safe. Other international flights continue normally.
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in Tangerang, Banten, is experiencing disruptions in flights to the Middle East due to airspace closures in several countries in the region. This was confirmed by PT Angkasa Pura Indonesia, also known as InJourney Airports, the airport's operator.
Aziz Fahmi Harahap, Acting Assistant Deputy for Communication and Legal at Soekarno-Hatta Airport, listed affected flights including Etihad Airways (EY472) to Abu Dhabi, Qatar Airways (QR954 and QR957) to Doha, Emirates (EK357) to Dubai, Etihad Airways (EY475 and EY473) to Abu Dhabi, and Garuda Indonesia (GA900) to Doha. For arrivals, Etihad Airways EY472 from Abu Dhabi to Jakarta and Qatar Airways QR954 from Doha to Jakarta were cancelled.
"For incoming flights, Etihad Airways EY 472 route Abu Dhabi-Jakarta and Qatar Airways QR 954 route Doha-Jakarta are recorded as cancelled," Aziz explained.
The airport has implemented passenger handling procedures, including cancellation of travel documents at immigration and coordination with airlines for rescheduling and accommodation. "Overall, the situation in the terminal remains safe and conducive," he stated.
Other international flight operations at the airport continue normally. Management ensures optimal service and conducts intensive coordination with airlines and related agencies to maintain safety, security, and service standards.
InJourney advises passengers heading to the Middle East to monitor updates via official airline channels or customer service for the latest information. Ongoing monitoring is in place to respond quickly to any potential issues.
