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SUPER AIR Jet (SAJ) airline officially opened a new domestic flight route connecting Jakarta (CGK) with Kediri (Dhoho Airport) on Monday, (11/10), 2025. This first flight is expected to boost connectivity and economic and tourism potential in the southern region of East Java, especially in the Wilis Ring area such as Kediri and Trenggalek.
The first Super Air Jet flight at Dhoho Airport, Kediri, was greeted with a traditional water salute. Two fire trucks sprayed water, forming an arc over the SAJ plane that had just landed on the apron.
This moment is an important symbol for the development of economic and tourism potential in the western and southern parts of East Java.
This new Jakarta-Kediri route will operate with the following details. Frequency: Three times a week (Monday, Wednesday and Friday). Schedule (Kediri to Jakarta), departs from Dhoho Airport (DHOHO) at 12.30 WIB and arrives in Cengkareng (CGK) at 14.00 WIB.
Apart from passenger and tourist mobility, this route is expected to open up great opportunities for the cargo sector. Super Air Jet invites local business actors to use this service to market superior products from Kediri, Trenggalek and surrounding areas to national and international markets.
According to the President Director of Lion Group, Capt. Daniel Putut Kuncoro Adi, stated that the opening of this route was proof of Lion Group’s commitment to expanding flight access in Indonesia.
“Lion Group now operates more than 394 aircraft, including Super Air Jet, Batik Air Malaysia and Thai Lion Air. We not only connect Kediri, but also strengthen connectivity to more than 40 domestic cities and 140 international routes,” he said.
He also expressed his gratitude for the support of the East Java Provincial Government and regional heads. This collaboration proves that aviation is not just transportation, but a bridge of real benefits for society.
To attract tourists, there are special offers for Super Air Jet boarding pass holders. Deputy Governor of East Java, Emil Elestianto Dardak, who also appreciated this step, explained that boarding pass holders will benefit:
Free entrance tickets to tourist attractions in Trenggalek and Kediri. Apart from that, there are also hotel discounts in the form of discounts for staying at collaborating hotels.
The Trenggalek Regency Government also fully supports it by providing shuttle bus services to Dhoho Airport. “We hope that this air connectivity will also open up business opportunities and strengthen tourism,” said Emil.
This flight is also supported by infrastructure readiness. Deputy Regional Airport Commercial and Development PT Angkasa Pura Indonesia Regional IV, Muhammad Nisyar, emphasized the commitment of Injourney (which manages 37 airports) to provide the best facilities at Dhoho Airport.
Meanwhile, the Director of PT Surya Dhoho Investama, Muksin Arisandi, added other good news. Dhoho Airport has now officially received international airport status from the Ministry of Transportation.
“Certification has been issued faster than the target of six months. This is the result of hard work and synergy from many parties,” concluded Muksin.
With this new status, he targets Dhoho Airport to be able to serve direct Umrah flights from Kediri before the 2026 Hajj season. [sources/photo special]
