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TransNusa launches direct Bali-Phuket flights, expanding network to Indonesian islands
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TransNusa, an Indonesian premium service carrier, has launched its first nonstop flight between Bali and Phuket. Flight 8B 541 departed I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport on September 9, 2026, at 11:30 AM, connecting the two destinations with a four-hour flight. Datuk Bernard Francis, TransNusa Group Chief Executive Officer, stated that the new route aims to boost tourism and strengthen TransNusa's hub in Bali. The airline also plans to expand its domestic network beyond Bali to include destinations like Wakatobi, Lombok, Manado, and Bima. TransNusa also operates international routes from Bali to Singapore and Perth. The Bali-Phuket route will operate four times weekly on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, scaling up to daily service from October 3, 2026. Flights will depart Bali at 11:30 AM and arrive in Phuket at 2:35 PM, with return flights departing Phuket at 3:35 PM and arriving in Bali at 8:35 PM. The Airbus A320, with 174 seats, will be used for this route. Introductory promotional fares start from IDR 2,399,000 / USD 135 one-way, with booking available on transnusa.co.id. Passengers can choose from SEAT, SEAT-PLUS, and FLEXI-PRO fare options.
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