Shenzhen Airlines resumes direct flights to Jakarta

Shenzhen Airlines has resumed direct flight services between Shenzhen and Jakarta, effective October 20, 2026. The route operates three times per week, specifically on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays. Flight ZH161 departs Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport and arrives at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, while the return flight, ZH162, travels from Jakarta to Shenzhen.

Indonesia's Ministry of Tourism expressed optimism that the resumption of this route will facilitate easier mobility for Chinese tourists and boost international arrivals. Ni Made Ayu Marthini, Deputy for Marketing at the Ministry, noted that direct access is a proactive step to increase Indonesia's competitiveness in the international tourism market and provide sustainable growth for national tourism destinations.

Separately, data from Indonesia's Central Bureau of Statistics shows a growing interest in travel to China among Indonesian citizens. In 2024, Indonesian tourist trips to China reached 43,700, representing a 17.6 percent increase from the 37,150 trips recorded in 2023. Popular destinations for these travelers include Beijing, Shanghai, Chongqing, and Zhangjiajie.