Update, 18 September 2026: Husein Sastranegara's international airport status has already been officially granted, as of 11 August 2026 — but the FIRST international flight is still pending completion of the international terminal (targeted late September 2026), with the first route targeted for October 2026 [6][7]. Below is the latest verified status.
Husein Sastranegara Airport (BDO) in Bandung does not yet have international flights — but it has ALREADY officially gained international airport status as of 11 August 2026, now formally named "Bandar Udara Internasional Husein Sastranegara Bandung" [6]. The airport also reopened for domestic service on 17 August 2026 and reached full jet operations (Boeing 737-800, Airbus A320) on 17 September 2026. Routes to Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, and Johor Bahru still need the physical international terminal completed before they can legally operate.
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When will international flights start?
The international airport status has already been officially granted (11 August 2026) [6] — but the date of the FIRST actual flight still depends on terminal completion:
- The international terminal is targeted for physical completion by late September 2026 [7].
- The Ministry of Transportation and Bandung City Government are targeting the first international flight for October 2026 [7], broadly in line with TransNusa Group CEO's earlier July 2026 estimate of mid-to-late September as an optimistic target [1].
Until the first flight actually happens, treat any specific date as a target, not a confirmed fact.
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 international flights are operating yet, but the airport's international status has ALREADY been officially granted, as of 11 August 2026. The first flight is pending terminal completion, targeted for October 2026.
When will Singapore and Kuala Lumpur flights start? No confirmed date for the first flight yet. The international terminal is targeted for completion by late September 2026, with the first flight targeted for 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 [6] Kompas Travel, "Bandara Husein Sastranegara Bandung Resmi Berstatus Internasional, Apa yang Baru?", 11 August 2026 [7] Kompas Money, "Bandara Husein Sastranegara Kembali Jadi Gerbang Internasional, Singapura hingga Johor Bahru", 4 September 2026
