Sriwijaya AirSJ

DEFUNCT AIRLINE: Sriwijaya Air ceased independent operations in late 2021, with its brand retired and operations absorbed into NAM Air (IN), a Garuda Indonesia subsidiary. This guide provides historical information. For current travel within Indonesia, refer to Garuda Indonesia, NAM Air, or Lion Air.

Sriwijaya Air was an Indonesian domestic airline headquartered in Jakarta. Named after the ancient Srivijaya empire that ruled the Indonesian archipelago from the 7th to 13th centuries, the airline was founded in 2003 and grew to become one of Indonesia's largest domestic carriers, operating Boeing 737 aircraft across the archipelago.

At its peak, Sriwijaya Air operated approximately 50 aircraft serving over 50 domestic destinations and limited international routes to Malaysia, Singapore, and East Timor. The airline positioned itself as a value-oriented full-service carrier, competing with low-cost carriers like Lion Air while maintaining onboard meal service and reasonable baggage allowances.

In 2016, Sriwijaya Air was acquired by Garuda Indonesia through its subsidiary NAM Air, though it initially continued operating under its own brand. Following the tragic SJ182 accident in January 2021 and ongoing financial difficulties, the Sriwijaya Air brand was gradually phased out, with all operations merged into NAM Air by the end of 2021.

HISTORICAL INFORMATION: The policies below reflect Sriwijaya Air's final baggage rules before the brand was retired. For current policies, see Garuda Indonesia or NAM Air.

Carry-On Allowance

Cabin Bag (all fare classes):

• Dimensions: 56 x 36 x 23 cm (22" x 14" x 9")
• Weight: 7 kg (15 lbs) maximum
• Included: All fares

Personal Item:

• One additional small item permitted (laptop bag, handbag)
• Must fit under seat

Checked Baggage (Final 2021 Rates)

Sriwijaya Air used the weight concept for baggage allowances.

Domestic Flights:

Fare Class	Allowance
Economy	20 kg (44 lbs)

International Flights:

Fare Class	Allowance
Economy	20-30 kg (44-66 lbs)

Excess Baggage:

• Domestic: Approximately IDR 15,000-20,000 per kg
• International: Approximately IDR 50,000-80,000 per kg

Special Items

Item	Fee	Notes
Golf clubs	Standard excess rate	Counted toward allowance
Surfboard	Standard excess rate	Popular for Bali routes
Car seat	Free	Did not count toward allowance
Stroller	Free	Gate-check available
Wheelchair	Free	Advance notice required

Fleet (Final Configuration)

Sriwijaya Air operated an all-Boeing 737 fleet:

• Boeing 737-300: Older aircraft, primarily used on shorter routes
• Boeing 737-500: Regional operations
• Boeing 737-800: Main fleet for busier routes
• Boeing 737-900ER: Newest aircraft, high-capacity domestic routes

Economy Class

Boeing 737-800/900ER:

• Configuration: 3-3
• Pitch: 30-31" (76-79 cm)
• Width: 17"
• No personal entertainment screens
• Overhead reading lights and air vents

In-Flight Amenities:

• Complimentary meal service on flights over 1 hour
• Complimentary soft drinks
• Indonesian cuisine featuring local dishes
• Pillow and blanket on longer flights

Dining

As a full-service carrier, Sriwijaya Air provided complimentary meals:

• Indonesian staples: Nasi goreng, nasi lemak, bakso
• Light snacks on shorter sectors
• Halal certification for all meals
• Special meals available with advance request