The airline aims to attract “those who have yet to fly Garuda Indonesia” with this ‘eco basic subclass’ category, its CEO Pahala Mansury said.
Garuda Indonesia has introduced a new sub-economy flight category starting May that will offer ticket prices which are reportedly 15- to 20% lower than economy class tickets with several restrictions imposed.
The airline aims to attract “those who have yet to fly Garuda Indonesia” with this ‘eco basic subclass’ category, its CEO Pahala Mansury said.
The new category will be offered on 21 routes, which are served by the ATR 72-600 and CRJ Bombardier planes, The Jakarta Post reported.
Restrictions include a limit of 12 seats allocated on each flight and on requests such as seat selection and special meals.
Amenities such as premium check-in, priority boarding, fast track and lounge access will not be available to ticket holders, even if they are already members of the Garuda Miles Platinum and SkyTeam Elite Plus. Ticket holders will only be able to check-in at the airport and will also not be able to claim Garuda Miles.
While the standard 20-kilogram baggage allowance still applies, sporting goods will not be included. Ticket holders will also be barred from using the overhead storage compartment for their cabin luggage, which they will have to stow under their seat.
Ticket holders will not be able to travel with infants under 23 months; child discounts are not applicable and regular fares will apply.