SINGAPORE, April 9 — Budget airline Scoot is adding new flights to Indonesia and increasing service to popular destinations, aiming to give travellers more options ahead of the school holidays.
In a recent statement, the Singapore Airlines subsidiary said that from May 3, it will operate twice-weekly flights to Belitung, an island off Sumatra famed for its striking rock formations and unspoilt beaches.
Starting June 29, Scoot will fly three times a week to Pontianak, West Kalimantan’s capital known for its vibrant food scene.
Flights will use the Embraer E190-E2 aircraft, with schedules subject to regulatory approvals.
Travellers from Malaysia can connect to the new destinations via Singapore Changi Airport, with one-way economy fares starting from RM219 to Belitung and RM309 to Pontianak, inclusive of taxes.
The new routes bring Scoot’s network to 85 destinations across 18 countries and territories.
Chief executive Leslie Thng said the additions “enhance Scoot’s presence in Indonesia and strengthen the SIA Group’s connectivity through Singapore.”
Bookings open from April 9 via Scoot’s website, mobile app, and progressively through other channels.
