Indonesia’s government is rolling out a substantial economic stimulus package totaling Rp 911.16 billion to offer significant ticket discounts across various transportation modes for the upcoming Lebaran 2026 mudik period. This strategic move aims to ease the financial burden of millions planning to journey home for the annual festivities.
Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs, Airlangga Hartarto, underscored the government’s commitment, stating that these transportation ticket discounts are strategically implemented to coincide with national holidays. Speaking at a press conference for the National Religious Holiday (HBKN) Stimulus at Gambir Station, Central Jakarta, on Tuesday (10/2), Airlangga emphasized that the initiative is designed to bolster public purchasing power and invigorate economic activity during the bustling mudik season.
This comprehensive stimulus package, covering an array of transportation options including trains, sea routes, ferries, and air travel, is funded through both the State Budget (APBN) and non-APBN sources. Minister Airlangga elaborated that the overarching goal is to make the cherished annual Lebaran homecoming significantly more affordable and accessible for all citizens.
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Focusing on rail travel, the government is offering a substantial 30 percent fare discount on train tickets. This particular incentive will be valid for journeys undertaken between March 14 and March 29, 2026, with an ambitious target to benefit 1.2 million passengers. Airlangga specifically noted, “For PT Kereta Api (Indonesian Railways), a 30 percent fare discount from the ticket price will be provided for the travel period from March 14 to March 29, 2026.”
Similarly, sea transport operator PT PELNI is participating in the initiative, providing a 30 percent discount on basic fares. This program is scheduled to run from March 11 to April 5, 2026, aiming to serve 445,000 passengers seeking maritime travel options for their Lebaran journeys.
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For ferry services, the government is extending an even more generous stimulus through ASDP, offering a 100 percent discount on port services. This exceptional offer will be available from March 12 to March 31, 2026, targeting a massive 945,000 vehicles and 2.4 million passengers. Minister Airlangga clarified, “So it’s 100 percent of the port services.”
Furthermore, the comprehensive plan extends to air travel, providing ticket discounts for domestic economy class flights. Passengers can anticipate a 17-18 percent reduction in fares for flights booked within the period of March 14 to March 29, 2026. This aerial initiative is projected to benefit an impressive 3.3 million passengers, facilitating their Lebaran homecoming by air.
Summary
The Indonesian government is allocating Rp 911.16 billion as an economic stimulus for Lebaran 2026 mudik, offering significant ticket discounts across various transportation modes. This initiative, spearheaded by Coordinating Minister Airlangga Hartarto, aims to alleviate the financial burden on millions of citizens, boost purchasing power, and stimulate economic activity during the annual homecoming period. The comprehensive package, funded by both state and non-state budgets, covers trains, sea routes, ferries, and air travel to make Lebaran journeys more affordable and accessible.
Specifically, train tickets will receive a 30% discount from March 14-29, 2026, targeting 1.2 million passengers. PT PELNI offers a 30% basic fare reduction for sea travel from March 11 to April 5, 2026. Ferry services via ASDP will provide a 100% discount on port services between March 12-31, 2026, while domestic economy class airfares will see a 17-18% reduction from March 14-29, 2026.