SAS and Garuda Indonesia codeshare partnership boosts Europe-Southeast Asia tourism
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SAS and Garuda Indonesia have launched a codeshare partnership, effective mid-June 2026, to enhance tourism between Europe and Southeast Asia. This agreement allows travelers from Copenhagen, Oslo, and Stockholm to access Indonesian destinations like Jakarta and Bali with seamless transfers via Amsterdam and Tokyo Haneda. Tickets became available on June 9, 2026, with first flights commencing on June 15, 2026. The partnership aims to simplify travel itineraries, increase visitor flow, and promote cultural exchange. Future plans include seasonal connections to Bangkok during the winter 2026/2027 season. Both leisure and business travelers will benefit from streamlined bookings, a wider selection of flight schedules, and the ability to earn and redeem frequent flyer points across EuroBonus and GarudaMiles programs. This collaboration between the SkyTeam members is expected to boost tourism revenue for both regions by facilitating easier travel for Scandinavians to Indonesia and for Indonesians to Europe.
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