Bookings for Indonesia travel packages in the first two months of 2026 have recorded a significant increase, driven by the strengthening of the ringgit against the Indonesian rupiah.
According to a report by Kosmo!, the current exchange rate stands at RM1 to 4,173 rupiah. The stronger ringgit has encouraged more Malaysians to turn their travel attention toward Indonesia.
Bookings for first 2 months risen notably
According to travel agency De Travel, that bookings for Indonesia packages for the first two months of 2026 have risen notably, with an increase of around 50 to 100 customers.
Indonesia has become a popular choice not only because of the favourable exchange rate, but also due to lower overall consumer costs, frequent flight availability, close geographical distance, and flexible travel itineraries,” the representative said.
The most popular destinations are Jakarta and Bandung, especially package trips combining the Jakarta to Bandung route using the Whoosh high speed train.
The representative added that current bookings are still mainly from families and couples. However, there has also been a steady rise in solo travellers and small travel groups, particularly among younger travellers seeking fresh experiences.
Short Indonesia trips becoming more popular
He said the average cost for four days and three nights to five days and four nights ranges between RM1,600 and RM2,200, inclusive of flight tickets, accommodation, and activity arrangements.
Meanwhile, another travel agency’s marketing executive, Iwani Kama, 23, said short Indonesia trips are becoming increasingly popular due to their relatively low overall expenses.
She noted that Jakarta and Bandung remain shopping hotspots, while Mount Bromo and Bali packages are especially favoured by younger travellers, offering both photo friendly attractions and experiential travel.
Separately, Marjana, chief executive officer of an agency specialising in Indonesia travel, revealed that demand for such travel packages has grown by about 10 to 20 percent compared to last year.
