H-3 Before Eid, Passenger Movement at El Tari Kupang Airport Rises 27 Percent

PT Angkasa Pura Indonesia at El Tari International Airport in Kupang, East Nusa Tenggara, has recorded a significant increase in passenger movement over the five days of the 2026 Eid Air Transport Post operations. This increase is reflected in the statistical recap of the 2026 Eid Transport, where during the five days of the Eid Air Transport Post from 13-17 March 2026, the total passenger movement reached 19,223 passengers. This figure grew by 27.4 percent compared to the same post period last year in 2025, with 15,092 passengers,” said General Manager of El Tari International Airport, Teguh Darmawan Saiman, on Wednesday (18/3). In addition to passenger movement, aircraft movement also showed a high increase, reaching 28 percent. “During these five days of the 2026 Eid Post, there were 214 aircraft movements, whereas last year there were only 167 aircraft movements,” added Teguh Darmawan Saiman. Based on preliminary data, passenger movement during the homecoming flow at El Tari International Airport in Kupang peaked on Saturday (14/3) H-6 Eid with 4,626 passengers. Besides focusing on operational readiness and airport personnel in facing the surge in passengers, the management of El Tari International Airport in Kupang also continues to ensure the readiness of other supporting facilities. “We have conducted intensive communication with PLN to ensure that the airport’s electricity supply runs smoothly during the 2026 Eid Air Transport Post period,” he emphasised. Teguh Darmawan Saiman stated that the airport side also consistently coordinates with Perum LPPNPI, BMKG, and all stakeholders to monitor weather developments in real time. At the same time, ensuring that every operational decision is made in accordance with applicable safety procedures. (H-2)