Saudi Airline Mukhtara Air to Launch in Indonesia in 2026, Targeting Hajj and Umrah Travel Reporter Mitra Tarigan December 1, 2025 | 11:00 pm TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Indonesia’s aviation industry is set to welcome a new international carrier, Mukhtara Air, which aims to commence operations in the country by early January 2026.The airline’s first aircraft, an Airbus A320, arrived at Halim Perdanakusuma Airport in Jakarta on Friday, November 28, 2025, coming directly from Sharjah, United Arab Emirates.“We are aiming to take to the Indonesian skies by early January 2026,” said Andik Setiawan, Mukhtara Air’s Operating Director, during the aircraft’s welcome ceremony. The airline is currently in the process of obtaining its Air Operator Certificate (AOC), a requirement to begin commercial operations in Indonesia.A New Player in the Hajj and Umrah Travel MarketMukhtara Air is a subsidiary of the Manazil Al Mukhtara Company Holding, headquartered in Madinah, Saudi Arabia. The company is widely recognized for its international-standard services in the hotel, hajj, and umrah sectors.Sami Al Harbi, Chairman of Mukhtara Air, emphasized the airline’s significance as an investment in Indonesia. “Mukhtara Air represents a major investment commitment in Indonesia. We aim to provide full-service international-quality standards for pilgrims and the general public alike,” he said.The airline is expected to enhance services for Indonesian hajj and umrah travelers, while also serving the broader domestic and international passenger market.Fleet and Route PlansMukhtara Air currently operates two aircraft types: the Airbus A320 and Airbus A330. The Airbus A330 will primarily serve international destinations, including Madinah and Mekah, with future plans to expand to Thaif. Meanwhile, the Airbus A320 will focus on domestic routes, acting as a feeder network for the airline’s international flights.“Domestic routes will be extensive, supporting our international connectivity from multiple Indonesian feeder airports,” said Winarso, Mukhtara Air’s Managing Director.The newly arrived Airbus A320 features 152 seats, including 8 in business class and 144 in economy, offering premium comfort and full-service standards across passenger segments.Government Support and Strategic ImportanceIndonesian authorities have welcomed Mukhtara Air’s entry, highlighting the importance of investments in the hajj and umrah travel sectors.Aminuddin Ma’ruf, Deputy Head of the State-Owned Enterprises Ministry, said, “We hope that Indonesian passengers, especially pilgrims, will receive the best possible service through Mukhtara Air’s operations.”The airline’s launch is expected to strengthen Indonesia-Saudi connectivity and elevate the country’s aviation services in both religious and commercial travel markets.Editor’s Choice: Cosmic Radiation: Behind The Recall of 6,000 Airbus A320 AircraftClick here to get the latest news updates from Tempo on Google News Saudi Airline Mukhtara Air to Launch in Indonesia in 2026, Targeting Hajj and Umrah Travel Reporter Mitra Tarigan December 1, 2025 | 11:00 pm TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Indonesia’s aviation industry is set to welcome a new international carrier, Mukhtara Air, which aims to commence operations in the country by early January 2026.The airline’s first aircraft, an Airbus A320, arrived at Halim Perdanakusuma Airport in Jakarta on Friday, November 28, 2025, coming directly from Sharjah, United Arab Emirates.“We are aiming to take to the Indonesian skies by early January 2026,” said Andik Setiawan, Mukhtara Air’s Operating Director, during the aircraft’s welcome ceremony. The airline is currently in the process of obtaining its Air Operator Certificate (AOC), a requirement to begin commercial operations in Indonesia.A New Player in the Hajj and Umrah Travel MarketMukhtara Air is a subsidiary of the Manazil Al Mukhtara Company Holding, headquartered in Madinah, Saudi Arabia. The company is widely recognized for its international-standard services in the hotel, hajj, and umrah sectors.Sami Al Harbi, Chairman of Mukhtara Air, emphasized the airline’s significance as an investment in Indonesia. “Mukhtara Air represents a major investment commitment in Indonesia. We aim to provide full-service international-quality standards for pilgrims and the general public alike,” he said.The airline is expected to enhance services for Indonesian hajj and umrah travelers, while also serving the broader domestic and international passenger market.Fleet and Route PlansMukhtara Air currently operates two aircraft types: the Airbus A320 and Airbus A330. Saudi Airline Mukhtara Air to Launch in Indonesia in 2026, Targeting Hajj and Umrah Travel Reporter Mitra Tarigan December 1, 2025 | 11:00 pm TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Indonesia’s aviation industry is set to welcome a new international carrier, Mukhtara Air, which aims to commence operations in the country by early January 2026.The airline’s first aircraft, an Airbus A320, arrived at Halim Perdanakusuma Airport in Jakarta on Friday, November 28, 2025, coming directly from Sharjah, United Arab Emirates.“We are aiming to take to the Indonesian skies by early January 2026,” said Andik Setiawan, Mukhtara Air’s Operating Director, during the aircraft’s welcome ceremony. The airline is currently in the process of obtaining its Air Operator Certificate (AOC), a requirement to begin commercial operations in Indonesia.A New Player in the Hajj and Umrah Travel MarketMukhtara Air is a subsidiary of the Manazil Al Mukhtara Company Holding, headquartered in Madinah, Saudi Arabia. The company is widely recognized for its international-standard services in the hotel, hajj, and umrah sectors.Sami Al Harbi, Chairman of Mukhtara Air, emphasized the airline’s significance as an investment in Indonesia. “Mukhtara Air represents a major investment commitment in Indonesia. We aim to provide full-service international-quality standards for pilgrims and the general public alike,” he said.The airline is expected to enhance services for Indonesian hajj and umrah travelers, while also serving the broader domestic and international passenger market.Fleet and Route PlansMukhtara Air currently operates two aircraft types: the Airbus A320 and Airbus A330.
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