Current status (18 September 2026): Husein Sastranegara Airport officially reached FULL operational status as of 17 September 2026 — the airport can now handle wide-body jets (Boeing 737-800, Airbus A320), not just the ATR72 turboprops it has served since its 17 August reactivation, under a phased slot-management system coordinated by Angkasa Pura/InJourney Airports [6]. It briefly closed again on 6-7 September due to volcanic ash from the Anak Krakatau eruption (1,365 passengers and 14 flights impacted [3]), but fully recovered since 8 September, with no further restrictions [4][5]. The airport officially reopened on 17 August 2026, ending nearly 3 years without commercial jet service [1] — the first route became bookable in late July.
Bandung's Husein Sastranegara Airport, which halted commercial jet service on 29 October 2023, officially reopened on 17 August 2026 after the Bandung City Government and Ministry of Transportation completed the supporting infrastructure upgrades. Full commercial operations are projected to be reached by 17 September 2026. At least 6 airlines — including Citilink, Garuda Indonesia, Super Air Jet, Wings Air, TransNusa, and Indonesia AirAsia — have applied to open domestic and international routes now that the airport is active again [2].
[1] Source: ANTARA News, "Menhub: Bandara Husein Bandung kembali buka pada Agustus 2026" [2] Source: Kompas Travel, "6 Maskapai Ajukan Rute Baru dari Bandara Husein Sastranegara Bandung" [3] Source: Jawa Pos, "Bandara Husein Sastranegara Catat 1.365 Penumpang Terdampak Erupsi Gunung Anak Krakatau" [4] Source: ANTARA News, "Bandara Husein Bandung kembali beroperasi usai terdampak erupsi GAK" [5] Source: Media Indonesia, "Bandara Soekarno-Hatta, Halim, dan Husein Sastranegara Kembali Beroperasi Normal" [6] Source: detikFinance, "Bandara Husein Sastranegara Beroperasi Mulai 17 September" [8] Source: Wikipedia (Indonesian), "Bandar Udara Internasional Husein Sastranegara"
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Why Husein Sastranegara was closed
Since October 2023, all commercial jet traffic serving greater Bandung was consolidated at West Java International Airport (BIJB Kertajati) in Majalengka Regency, roughly 90-100 km from central Bandung. The shift was part of a strategy to establish Kertajati as West Java's primary gateway, while Husein Sastranegara — which shares its runway with the Indonesian Air Force base (Lanud) — went without commercial jet service during that period.
Planned flight routes
Initial domestic routes (starting August 2026):
- Bandung–Bandar Lampung: 3x weekly, ATR 72 aircraft, starting 6 August 2026
- Bandung–Palembang: Wings Air service, starting 7 August 2026
Additional planned domestic routes: Medan, Padang, Pekanbaru, Batam, Balikpapan, Pontianak, Denpasar, and Makassar — roughly 8-10 domestic routes total according to current media reports.
International routes under discussion: Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, and Johor Bahru, with TransNusa and Scoot reportedly eyeing these routes for the August-September 2026 window — see our Husein Sastranegara international flights update for the latest confirmed status and timeline.
What this means for travelers and airport transfers
The most significant difference versus Kertajati or Jakarta's Soekarno-Hatta is distance: Husein Sastranegara sits only about 5 km from central Bandung, with a 15-30 minute Husein Sastranegara airport transfer — compared to 2-2.5 hours from Kertajati or 3-3.5 hours from Jakarta. If the Singapore and Kuala Lumpur international routes materialize, this opens a genuinely new option for Southeast Asian travelers to fly directly into Bandung without transiting through Jakarta at all — a meaningful change for trip planning that previously always included a long overland transfer from Jakarta.
| Airport | Distance to central Bandung | Typical transfer time |
|---|---|---|
| Husein Sastranegara (BDO) | ~5 km | 15-30 min |
| Kertajati (KJT) | ~90-100 km | 2-2.5 hours |
| Soekarno-Hatta (Jakarta) | ~150 km | 3-3.5 hours |
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Location and Specifications of Husein Sastranegara Airport
Husein Sastranegara Airport is located at Jl. Pajajaran No. 156, Husein Sastranegara Sub-district, Cicendo District, Bandung City — sharing its runway with the Indonesian Air Force base (Lanud) [8]. The runway measures 2,220 x 45 meters with a 388 x 80 meter apron, enough to handle aircraft in the Boeing 737-800 class [8]. The passenger terminal covers roughly 17,000 square meters in total (12,000 m² domestic, 5,000 m² international) with a capacity of 3.4 million passengers per year, supported by 26 check-in counters, 6 self check-in kiosks, and new baggage conveyor belts [8]. Other passenger facilities include a boarding lounge with coworking space and a kid zone, 6 prayer rooms, 22 restrooms, 2 escalators, and 3 lifts, plus Category 7 Airport Rescue & Fire Fighting coverage [8].
Infrastructure preparations by the Bandung City Government
The Bandung City Government is fast-tracking several upgrades ahead of reactivation: access road improvements to the airport, drainage normalization in the surrounding area, upgraded street lighting, and parking area coordination with the Husein Sastranegara Air Force base. A branding strategy for the airport area is also being prepared to strengthen Bandung's identity for travelers landing directly in the city.
Frequently asked questions
Is Bandung airport open? Yes. Husein Sastranegara Airport (BDO) officially reopened on 17 August 2026, ending nearly three years without commercial jet service. Full commercial operations — including wide-body jets like the Boeing 737-800 and Airbus A320 — were reached on 17 September 2026 [6].
When did Husein Sastranegara Airport reopen? It officially reopened on 17 August 2026 (ATR72 service), the Ministry of Transportation's original target date. Full operations, including wide-body jets, were reached on 17 September 2026 [6].
Are there direct flights from the Middle East to Husein Sastranegara? No direct Middle East route has been announced as part of the current reactivation — the international routes under discussion so far cover Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, and Johor Bahru only. See our full international flights status update for airline names, applications, and the latest timeline.
Can I book a Husein Sastranegara airport transfer now? Yes — with the airport already operating, private transfer service is available around your specific arrival time. Book your Husein Sastranegara airport transfer or message us on WhatsApp with your flight details.
Where exactly is Husein Sastranegara Airport located? At Jl. Pajajaran No. 156, Husein Sastranegara Sub-district, Cicendo District, Bandung City — sharing its runway with the Indonesian Air Force base, only about 5 km from the city center [8].
How big is the terminal and what's the passenger capacity at Husein Sastranegara? The terminal covers about 17,000 m² (12,000 m² domestic, 5,000 m² international) with a capacity of 3.4 million passengers per year, 26 check-in counters, and 6 self check-in kiosks [8].
What aircraft types can land at Husein Sastranegara Airport? With a 2,220 x 45 meter runway, the airport can handle narrow-body jets in the Boeing 737-800 and Airbus A320 class, in addition to the ATR72 aircraft already flying since the August 2026 reactivation [6][8].
Book your Husein Sastranegara Airport transfer
With Husein Sastranegara Airport now open, Alfathan offers private, driver-included pickup timed to your flight. See our Bandung airport transfer service for details, message us on WhatsApp with your arrival time, or see our Soekarno-Hatta Airport transfer guide if you're flying into Jakarta instead.
There's also news on the other side of this shift: see our update on Kertajati Airport's changing commercial status for what's happening there as Husein comes back online.
