More Malaysian airlines have cancelled flights to and from Jakarta after volcanic ash from the ongoing eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau forced the suspension of operations at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport.
Airport operations have been suspended until 1.30pm local time today, or 2.30pm Malaysian time.
Malaysia Airlines and Batik Air have cancelled a combined 20 flights scheduled for today, following AirAsia’s earlier decision to cancel or reschedule several services to and from the Indonesian capital.
Malaysia Airlines said it would cancel 12 flights between Kuala Lumpur and Jakarta — MH713, MH712, MH711, MH710, MH717, MH716, MH721, MH720, MH723, MH722, MH725 and MH724.
“Given the evolving situation, Malaysia Airlines is closely monitoring developments. Further updates on affected flights will be communicated directly to the affected customers,” the airline said in a statement, Bernama reported.
Passengers can check their latest flight status through the “My Booking” section on the Malaysia Airlines website or contact its Live Chat service and Global Contact Centre for assistance.
Batik Air, meanwhile, announced the cancellation of eight flights between Malaysia and Jakarta today — OD398, OD399, OD346, OD347, OD388, OD389, OD390 and OD391.
Six of the affected services operate between Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) and Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, while the remaining two operate between Subang and Soekarno-Hatta.
The airline said it would continue monitoring the situation and issue updates on flights to and from the affected destinations through its official website and social media platforms.
“Passengers are advised to contact Batik Air’s Customer Care Centre or their respective booking channels for assistance with their preferred option,” said the airline, which operates under Indonesia’s Lion Air Group.
AirAsia had earlier advised passengers travelling to and from the affected destinations to check their latest flight status through its website or contact its customer support team.
Mount Anak Krakatau has been erupting since late Friday, with volcanic ash detected at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport early Sunday, according to Indonesia’s transportation ministry, Reuters reported.
