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M A K A S S A R, July 17, 2025 – Starting today (17/07), Umrah pilgrims from eastern Indonesia no longer need to transit in other cities. Lion Air has launched direct flights from Makassar to Jeddah, aiming to shorten travel time and prioritize comfort for religious journeys. This route is part of Lion Air's commitment to:

• Simplify access for pilgrims in eastern Indonesia
• Provide safe, comfortable, and affordable Umrah services
• Contribute to connectivity and the growth of the religious economy in the region

With six flights per week, this service establishes Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport, Makassar, as a new main gateway to Saudi Arabia.

Lion Air’s First Umrah Schedule from Makassar:

• July 17 / JT-092 / 13-day program / 09:40 WITA – 16:30 local time
• July 19 / JT-094 / 12-day program / 14:55 WITA – 21:45 local time
• July 20 / JT-092 / 12-day program / 09:40 WITA – 16:30 local time
• July 21 / JT-092 / 12-day program / 09:40 WITA – 16:30 local time
• July 22 / JT-095 / 13-day program / 15:15 WITA – 22:05 local time
• July 23 / JT-092 / 13-day program / 09:40 WITA – 16:30 local time

What are the main benefits?

• Non-stop flights – save time and enjoy peace of mind
• Latest-generation wide-body aircraft – Airbus A330-300CEO and A330-900NEO
• High capacity – 433 seats
• Complete facilities – full meals and snacks, 30 kg checked baggage, 7 kg cabin baggage, and 5 liters of zamzam water per pilgrim

The inaugural flight was officiated by the Governor of South Sulawesi, Andi Sudirman Sulaiman; Minggus E. T. Gandeguai, General Manager of PT Angkasa Pura Indonesia Makassar Branch; Capt. Rachmat Diansyah Putra, Director of Production at Lion Air, along with members of Forkopimda, regulators, airport service providers, and Umrah travel partners such as Mafada Tour, M2 Wisata, and over 70 other official travel agencies from eastern Indonesia.

Lion Air is committed to being part of the spiritual journey of Indonesian Muslims by providing a faster, more comfortable, and safer way to perform Umrah.

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