Christmas-New Year Holidays: Ministry of Transportation Offers Up to 30% Discount on Airplane, Train and Ship Tickets

The year-end holiday atmosphere is starting to settle in. The calendar is nearing December, meaning the most anticipated travel season of the year is almost here!

For many, the 2025/2026 Christmas and New Year holidays, commonly known as Nataru, are the perfect moment to take a break from routine, return to hometowns, or explore new destinations with family and friends.

And like an annual tradition, the government, through the Ministry of Transportation (Kemenhub), has once again delivered good news: the National Transport Ticket Discount program.

This program is designed so the public can enjoy travel at lighter costs, whether by plane, train, or ship.

So, for those of you who have already crafted your year-end itinerary, it's time to ready your browser tabs, because these promo tickets will be hotly contested!

Quoted from the official Dephub.go.id website, Kemenhub explains that this National Transport Ticket Discount is part of strategic steps to balance ticket prices, maintain public purchasing power, and encourage people to choose public transportation more during the long holiday.

Beyond pricing, this program is also part of a national strategy to ensure the flow of public mobility remains smooth, safe, and evenly distributed to various tourist destinations and homecoming routes.

Details of the 2025/2026 Nataru Holiday Transport Discounts

The good news is, this promo applies to all major transport modes. So, whether you're an air traveler, a train journey enthusiast, or a sea adventure lover, everyone gets a price cut.

1. Airplane Ticket Discount

• Purchase Period: October 22, 2025 – January 10, 2026
• Flight Period: December 22, 2025 – January 10, 2026
• Discount: Up to 30% off normal fares
• Participating Airlines: Garuda Indonesia, Citilink, and several other national airlines.

For those who love flying fast, this promo could be a golden ticket to your dream destination. But be careful, quotas are limited! So don't wait as prices tend to rise towards the end of the year.

Tip: Continuously monitor airline websites and purchase well in advance, at least four weeks before departure.

2. Train Ticket Discount

• Discount Period: December 22, 2025 – January 10, 2026
• Discount: Up to 30% for all classes: economy, business, and executive
• Popular Routes: Jakarta–Yogyakarta, Bandung–Surabaya, and other strategic routes

Trains remain a favorite for those wanting to enjoy the journey with beautiful scenery and stable comfort.

PT KAI has also increased seat capacity and added extra schedules, especially on popular routes. So, you can depart at more flexible times without fear of tickets selling out.

3. Sea Ferry & Crossing Ticket Discount

• Discount Period: December 22, 2025 – January 10, 2026
• Discount: Up to 20% off normal fares
• Operators: Pelni Ships and ASDP
• Popular Routes: Merak–Bakauheni, Ketapang–Gilimanuk, Makassar–Surabaya, and other main crossing routes

For adventurers who prefer sea travel, this discount could be a fun chance to explore the archipelago via a different route. Besides being more economical, you can enjoy sunrise or sunset moments from the ship's deck – an experience rarely offered by other modes of transport.

Traveler Tips: How to Get Nataru Discount Tickets Before They Sell Out

An affordable holiday isn't just luck; it's strategy. Here are some smart steps to help you secure promo tickets:

1. Regularly Check Official Websites

Always monitor schedules and routes on official operator websites like Garuda Indonesia, Citilink, PT KAI, Pelni, and ASDP.

2. Use Official Apps or Official Kemenhub Partners

Apps like KAI Access, Pelni Mobile, and airline websites integrate directly with the Kemenhub system, making transactions safer.

3. Book Sooner, Not Later
   
Promo quotas run out incredibly fast, especially on popular routes. Secure your tickets immediately once the discount period opens.

4. Follow @kemenhub151 on Social Media

All promo updates, additional routes, or schedule changes will be announced through this official channel.

Additionally, the government also reminds all prospective passengers to purchase tickets only through official channels and to continue paying attention to travel safety and comfort protocols, especially during peak homecoming travel.