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JAKARTA, February 21, 2025 – PT Lion Mentari Airlines (Lion Air) has announced its readiness to operate Hajj flights from Indonesia for the 2025 season. Lion Air sincerely thanks the Government of Indonesia, particularly the Ministry of Religious Affairs, as well as the Indonesian public for their trust in the airline to provide a safe, comfortable, and high-quality Hajj travel service.

Today (February 21), a cooperation agreement was signed between the Directorate General of Hajj and Umrah Management of the Indonesian Ministry of Religious Affairs and PT Lion Mentari Airlines, marking a crucial step in ensuring smooth pilgrimage travel for Indonesian Hajj pilgrims.

Photo lineup (left to right):

• Arfi Hatim – Secretary of the Directorate General of Hajj and Umrah, Indonesian Ministry of Religious Affairs
• Muhammad Zain – Director of Domestic Hajj Services, Indonesian Ministry of Religious Affairs
• Hilman Latief – Director General of Hajj and Umrah Management, Indonesian Ministry of Religious Affairs
• Rudy Lumingkewas – CEO of Lion Air
• Capt. Daniel Putut Kuncoro Adi – President Director of Lion Group
• Ari Azhari – CEO of Super Air Jet

Hajj Flight Routes

Lion Air will operate Hajj flights from two main embarkation points in Indonesia:

1. Minangkabau International Airport, Padang (PDG) – Located in Padang Pariaman, West Sumatra

2. Syamsudin Noor International Airport, Banjarmasin (BDJ) – Located in Banjarbaru, South Kalimantan

To ensure smooth Hajj travel, Lion Air will follow a structured departure and return system as follows:

• Wave I: Pilgrims depart for Madinah and return via Jeddah.
• Wave II: Pilgrims depart for Jeddah and return via Madinah.

Expected Hajj Pilgrim Capacity

Lion Air is set to transport a total of 11,762 pilgrims, with the following breakdown:

• Embarkation Padang (PDG): 6,293 pilgrims
• Embarkation Banjarmasin (BDJ): 5,469 pilgrims

Modern and Comfortable Fleet

Lion Air has prepared four modern wide-body aircraft, each 5 to 7 years old, for these Hajj flights. The fleet includes:

• Airbus A330-300CEO
• Airbus A330-900NEO

Each aircraft offers a 436-seat capacity and is equipped with premium comfort features, including:

• Spacious cabin design
• Ergonomically designed seating for enhanced comfort during long-haul flights

Additionally, Lion Air has trained a professional flight crew, including pilots, cabin crew, and technicians, all of whom have undergone rigorous Hajj operational training in compliance with standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Onboard meals and beverages are carefully prepared, taking into account the nutritional needs and preferences of Hajj pilgrims.

Lion Air’s Expertise in Saudi Arabia Routes

With over 13 years of experience operating Umrah flights from 10 Indonesian cities to Saudi Arabia, Lion Air has built a strong foundation in serving religious travelers.

Furthermore, Lion Air has successfully operated Hajj flights from 35 global embarkation points, covering regions such as:

• Central Asia
• West Asia
• South Asia
• Africa
• Other international locations

This extensive experience reinforces Lion Air’s commitment to delivering the best Hajj flight services for Indonesian pilgrims.

Commitment to Excellence

Lion Air is dedicated to providing the highest quality service for Hajj pilgrims. The trust placed by the Indonesian government and the public serves as motivation for the airline to continuously enhance its safety, comfort, and punctuality standards.

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