Update, 29 August 2026: No confirmed launch date yet for international flights — this page will be updated the moment one is announced. Below is the latest verified status.
Husein Sastranegara Airport (BDO) in Bandung does not yet have international flights. It reopened for domestic service on 17 August 2026, and is separately planned to gain international airport status with routes to Singapore and Kuala Lumpur — but that status has not been officially confirmed, and no airline has announced a firm start date.
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When will international flights start?
There's no confirmed date yet. Two different estimates have circulated:
- TransNusa's Group CEO stated in July 2026 that international flights were targeted for mid-to-late September 2026 [1].
- A more recent government estimate from August 2026 points to October 2026, since the regulatory approval process for the routes is still ongoing [2].
The official international airport status designation itself — a required step before any international route can legally operate — is expected to be announced in October 2026 [3][4]. Until that happens, treat any specific date as unconfirmed.
Planned international routes
| Destination | Airline(s) that applied | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore | Scoot | Route application submitted, pending approval [2][5] |
| Kuala Lumpur | TransNusa | Route application submitted, pending approval [2][5] |
| Johor Bahru | TransNusa | Route application submitted, pending approval [2][5] |
AirAsia and Malindo Air have also been reported as exploring routes to/from Husein Sastranegara, though neither has filed a formal application confirmed in current reporting [2].
Why this matters for travelers from Singapore and Malaysia
Right now, flying into Bandung means landing at Jakarta's Soekarno-Hatta Airport first, then a 3-3.5 hour overland transfer to Bandung — or flying into Kertajati Airport (BIJB), which is still a 2-2.5 hour drive from the city. If the Singapore and Kuala Lumpur routes are confirmed, Husein Sastranegara sits only about 5 km from central Bandung — a 15-30 minute airport transfer instead of hours on the road. For travelers from Singapore and Malaysia specifically, this would mean landing directly in Bandung with no Jakarta transit at all.
Frequently asked questions
Does Husein Sastranegara have international flights yet? No, not yet. It currently serves domestic routes only, following its 17 August 2026 reopening. International status and routes are planned but not yet confirmed.
When will Singapore and Kuala Lumpur flights start? No confirmed date. Estimates range from September to October 2026, with the airport's official international status designation expected in October 2026.
Which airlines will fly Husein Sastranegara to Singapore or Kuala Lumpur? Scoot has applied for the Singapore route, and TransNusa has applied for Kuala Lumpur and Johor Bahru routes. These applications are still pending regulatory approval.
Will there be direct flights from the Middle East? No Middle East route has been announced or applied for as part of this initial international phase — only Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, and Johor Bahru are currently planned.
How will I know when international flights actually start? We're tracking this closely and will update this page the moment a confirmed launch date is announced. You can also message us on WhatsApp to ask directly.
Plan your Bandung arrival
Once international flights to Husein Sastranegara are confirmed, Alfathan will offer private, driver-included airport pickup timed to your flight — the same service we already provide for domestic arrivals and Soekarno-Hatta transfers today. See our Hiace rental rates — fuel and driver included, no hidden fees — or message us on WhatsApp with your travel plans.
[1] TransNusa Group CEO statement, July 2026, as reported by Travel and Tour World, "Jakarta-Kuala Lumpur Subang Route Sees New TransNusa Airbus A320 Service" [2] Kompas Travel, "Bandara Husein Sastranegara di Bandung Akan Layani Lagi Penerbangan Internasional", 11 August 2026 [3] Okezone Economy, "Husein Sastranegara Kembali Jadi Bandara Internasional, Layani 3 Rute Luar Negeri", 23 August 2026 [4] Sindonews, "Bandara Husein Sastranegara Bakal Berstatus Internasional, Layani Rute Kuala Lumpur hingga Singapura" [5] Kompas Travel, "TransNusa Ajukan Penerbangan ke Malaysia dan Singapura dari Bandara Husein", 21 July 2026
