REVIEW: Garuda Indonesia's GREAT A330-300 Economy Class (Denpasar Bali - Jakarta)

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Date of Travel: 13 DEC 2019
Airline: Garuda Indonesia
Livery: Garuda standard livery
Route: DPS-CGK
Aircraft: AIRBUS A330-300
Flight Number: GA 407
Miles: 610
Airborne time: 1h42m
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[@Paul_Lucas]

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[@Daniel27600]

4.23 That’s exciting!

[@LordOfBrownies]

You've tricked me into watching your HST train trip for the second time -_- I didn't immediately recognize that I saw it a month ago, and I ended up watching the whole video)

[@chiruraju1306]

👍🙏🏼🌹

[@calvinimanuel4411]

Tahun Berapa Ini Mas Perginya, Bukan Tahun 2020 Kemarin Ya Mas??🙏🙏👍👍

[@Itallianmobboss]

Garuda has also come a long way in safety

[@jon151]

Hello from Indonesian Aviation community yes there are a lot of Avgeeks here. For your info Garuda's all economy A330s are old A330-300s with registration PK-GPA to PK-GPG they are used on high density domestic routes and Hajj routes. PK-GPM to PK-GPS are A330-200s with GPP to GPS featuring in flight Wi-Fi. Newer A330-300s are from PK-GPR to PK-GHD. PK-GPZ to PK-GHD are the A330-300 with the new leading edge flap design and features new business and economy class seats. PK-GHE to PK-GHG are A330-900 NEO with newest business and economy class seats. Terima kasih (thank you) for visiting Indonesia.

[@user-e-idk]

I think they refurbished some of the 1997 A330s as last week I flew with PK-GPE and it had the standard 2 class config

[@steve-marsh]

Wouldn’t it be nice if all airports reflected a bit of their country’s architecture and history like here? Edinburgh airport, my home, would be a castle :)

[@rduffy9948]

I do miss Garuda and Bali. Their service is always good, and the seats are roomy enough. Hoping we can all fly again soon.

[@abdullahoduno4850]

Ahhh, those days without Corona!!

[@sallychipman9857]

The virus or the beer?

[@Canleaf08]

@@sallychipman9857 hehehehe

[@sali9821]

@@Canleaf08 check the west Indian stored. 😁

[@ralphyhk]

Garuda is surely Asia's most underrated airline

[@nntflow7058]

Their biggest problems are lack of international routes (no US flights and limited European destinations). And Problems with ground handling in Jakarta as a main hub. I mean they got new terminal here in Jakarta, but some of the services need to be polished for the ground crew, I experience some problems flying with them often, especially in domestic flights.

[@stephenvincent4706]

Otherwise known as “Crash-a-lot Airlines”. Very corrupt country. Will never go near the place.

[@kryboard1723]

@@stephenvincent4706 Wake up. Its not the old times anymore. They have improved a lot. the airline is pretty solid to fly with. Maybe give it a try. Remember, you can never write something negative about an airline without a try.

[@MasterMister79]

@@stephenvincent4706 nonsense

[@jakartaharpman]

....just as Indonesia is perhaps Asia's most underrated country.....

[@julianlayton733]

I love Garuda. Paul you must try their business class. Their int'l business fares are usually cheaper than the competition and the inflight service is amazing.

[@danseaman5367]

Great trip Paul! Don’t worry about economy videos, don’t forget it’s how most of us travel!

[@brianglas7768]

Agreed. But at 925 USD I would have probably sprung for business class as well.

[@chrismv102]

As a native Brooklynite I can appreciate a Brit talking about embracing other cultures while wearing a Brooklyn shirt. All our food choices come from elsewhere (except an eggcream) and they're the best!

[@steve-marsh]

The upgrade fee for a sub-2hour flight is completely ridiculous! Great review.

[@aswandanawawan]

"I like Indonesia, and i like it's airlines" This sparks joy to my heart as our airline is one of not so much things we can be proud of, cheers

[@letssaylalala]

Yep I smiled throughout the video. Excellent service by GA too!

[@gertvandalen8584]

Don't forget the beautiful nature and wildlife and the great cuisine in Indonesia :) Grtz from the Netherlands

[@PilotWanderlust]

The seats look indeed very comfortable!

[@madeleineclark8772]

Another great video, I am travelling the world with you this lockdown 😀

[@robhamishjohnston]

Fantastic video Paul! Watching this in the grey of London makes me long for a tropical climate more than ever.

[@grahamoneill8506]

Really enjoyed the video. Normally watch via the app on my TV so I don’t get to comment, but I watch all of them - please keep going, they are great.

[@Paul_Lucas]

Thanks Graham! Keep watching 😄😄

[@teme82]

Another great video. It was just what I needed when having my morning cup of tea.

[@sutton513]

Thanks for these videos Paul, it's nice to experience some 'adventure' in these strange times.

[@tonytowers5889]

I thoroughly enjoyed that video, thank you Paul. You have my greatest sympathy with the humidity, it drives me almost to distraction. Garuda seems an excellent airline.

[@luketucker1243]

Loving the content Paul

[@myplace848]

Sitting on the beach watching you under a beach umbrella. Nice vid Paul. Cheers mate.

[@exvyl2249]

Amazing video as always!

[@MrGreatplum]

Cracking review as ever, Paul. I doubt that I will ever have a chance flying Garuda - but it’s always great to see other airlines.

[@jasonshull3106]

Hello Paul, love the videos I have been traveling with you since early March, they are the best. Thank you very much. JDS.from Arizona usa.

[@finnlewis1924]

Regular vids from Paul love too see it, all we need now is a trip to Uruguay.

[@Paul_Lucas]

Things we love to see: :-D

[@steve-marsh]

Yassss! Bring on the merch! 😊

[@KMJOAviation]

Love the professional review and insight into Indonesia travel. Would love to try some out for myself in the future. Thanks for showcasing this flight and keep up the great work!

[@dlittlester]

Thanks for doing these, Paul. It means a lot when we can't really do any travel in these Covid days.

[@sweejus17]

love the Garuda's logo :) what a mystic name

[@thrishulh9834]

Quite common name in India

[@sweejus17]

@@thrishulh9834 can be . however sounds mystic for foreigners like me .

[@videosfromelsewhere926]

Hi Paul enjoyed the trip report!

[@raymondleongdiva]

Another awesome video. My sec one so far on your channel. Yes I flown many times on garuda and yes 18 times from Singapore to Bali since 1969! My last one was in 2018! Again very detailed and impressive and I am happy you are one of those flyers that respects unique cultural differences in the world...well done 👍

[@darkpoethd9913]

Excellent vlog as ever... It would be fascinating to hear from you with regards to how the virus has affected your channel and indeed what you have been up to now your not really flying... Maybe a video just with this update would be cool

[@malyk_3844]

We’re flying to Bali via Hong Kong on Cathay next year. I was looking at Garuda once we’re in Asia but the multi-city itinerary with Cathay was too good to turn down. Hopefully one day!

[@richardnei]

Lovely Flight Report! Looking forward to more videos in the future. ✈️

[@LotusLady9]

Thanks Paul!🌞

[@malc380]

Great video once again Paul but you should had reviewed the pink pud! lol

[@stevenkelly194]

I did a lot of internal flights around Indonesia in 2018 and Garuda was the best. Even got a meal on the short flight to lombok from bali which was about a 20 minute journey! Lion air were not so good, more of a budget feel.

[@manuel6273]

Lion Air are indeed budget airlines, if you want to try full service airline other than Garuda, I suggest you fly with Batik Air. They're still part of Lion Group but they're full service, made-to-compete with Garuda.

[@fahimadnan522]

@@manuel6273 , correct 💯. Coz i’m from indonesia and avgeek too

[@ardianmk]

Hi Paul. Thanks for the vlog And waiting you to fly again to indonesia and hopefully I can spot the plane that you are in it.. 😊

[@bennisonpelupessy4374]

Great review and thanks for your complimentary food review with our local taste. See you again on another Inonesian airlines in the future.

[@ATtravel666]

Airline food that features their regional cuisine gives you an opportunity to sample something that is outside of your own bubble. Part of the fun of travelling. An opportunity for discovery.

[@wodo57]

Love your video and very informative. Please make the video of their business class

[@GerryAirways]

Hey Paul, loved this video... The domestic terminal is the former international terminal. The current international terminal actually occupied the now demolished former domestic terminal. Domestic terminal is getting an expansion... but yes, it is "warm" during the afternoon rush... Garuda's boarding music is quite popular in Indonesia, and consists of westerminized traditional music. The newer version since last year, I agree... it's an "acquired taste"... I preferred the previous versions. The slightly later flight have better meal... but this one's OK... the desert? LOL... local pudding... LOL. I'd love to see your arrivals and departures experience at CGK... even the international is warm there... Next time, when this pandemic mess is over, let us know when you're about to get here! :)

[@Spookieham]

We flew Garuda 2 years ago from Perth to Bali on Xmas Eve. Very good service in economy with excellent IFE. Only a 3.5 hour flight ( that's still less that Domestic flights from Perth to Sydney) but very enjoyable. Garuda have really lifted their game and the new Bali airport is pretty good. Pretty certain my hotel in Jimbaram, the Movenpick, was in there. Really looking forward to going back there although Kuta etc is a toilet and best avoided.

[@sankimalu]

Your eyes match their livery!!! A beautiful blue!!!

[@knowall5792]

A good informative, honest, down to earth flight report,

[@businessbuilding1]

Great video. I have realized I had been pronouncing “Garuda” incorrectly! The food looks great for an economy flight, but Singapore Airlines still tops all the airlines for their economy dishes

[@helius661]

I dont recall if SIA had domestic route.

[@haggischaser1028]

Good video Paul.

[@tulus38]

Oh do I miss visiting this airport, I hope I can come again one day.

[@Bad_Karma1968]

Paul another great vlog ! Looking forward to more ! Shame on you for not supporting local shops ! Starbuck’s really ?

[@thonoe1]

I love how they appear to have made the brace part of the safety video on a bus

[@dlondy5319]

You... are very good Paul!

[@kiwitrains]

I like those cutouts on the tray table !!!

[@rezaalan3991]

Finally, Garuda. In some cases, Garuda flying wide body like A330 or 777 for domestic route if that time is peak/holiday season.

[@aussiejos4453]

I always fly Garuda they are fantastic. I had one flight go Sydney Jakarta then Bali long haul but not a problem at all

[@alfredoiganz]

i hope you were enjoying your trip while in Indonesia....

[@crinkle2649]

Thanks for warm break, it's getting cold here. And I would have tried the food too, if you don't like it you won't starve before you can get something else to eat and you might just like it.

[@KelanaFamily]

mantap deh videonya, nanti nanti mampir lagi kesini deh buat nonton.

[@alighozi4709]

It's Garuda's anthem: "Kebanggaanku" (My Pride) playing during boarding, continued with Indonesia's folk songs.... So relaxing..

[@Rahmat.hdyt93]

Awesome video 👍

[@robertoadrianus7287]

Yoi bang

[@johnburke5384]

Really interesting Paul thank you .....have you thought about some trips to South America when things get better ?

[@hazelhatswell4268]

I flew Bali/Jakarta/KL/LHR with Garuda several times in the 1980s .... gosh how things have changed! 👍

[@peccola2001]

I flew Garuda at the beginning of the pandemic, in a repatriation flight from Denpassar to Tokyo, then onwards with KLM to Amsterdam. Two low service flights (no meals, only water to drink). Back to Bali as soon as it is responsible again!

[@Miftahjaya96]

nice flight report my bro

[@joostbrouwer472]

we had an economy class voyage from amsterdam to jakarta in a jumbo spme years ago service and meals were excellent, an we even managed to get some sleep,tx to the fact that it was less than half full. the best experience ever in economy

[@rikspector]

Paul, Short and sweet video featuring an "alien" dessert thingy....yikes! Cheers, Rik Spector

[@kennethchongweithart7905]

The cut out of the tray table actually accommodate the oversize PTV bezel if you ask me...ahhh nata de coco, how on earth did we ever invent such a thing? 🤭🤭🤭

[@Daniel27600]

4.32 That’s exciting!

[@scotty11782]

Thanks Paul

[@deuter458624]

I get how you feel Paul. Heat and humidity is also a thing here in Singapore 🇸🇬

[@Paul_Lucas]

At least most places are really attuned to Westerners there! Always good air con inside :-D (I miss Singapore - but I have a couple of videos on Singapore Airlines still to post!)

[@deuter458624]

@@Paul_Lucas I’ve watched them already can’t wait to watch more ☺️ any backlog videos about locomotives 🚂 ?

[@roberthamilton1301]

Nice video thanks

[@gajaholeng440]

I love Garuda Indonesia

[@danielintheantipodes6741]

Thank you for the video. I have only ever once had Starbucks coffee. It was like flavoured milk. It had no kick to it whatsoever. A toddler could have drunk it with no bad effect.

[@torgeirbrandsnes1916]

Great vlog as always! What is the global thing you talked about?

[@nickbeer2658]

Soekarno-Hatta airport in Jakarta has always been very efficient in my experience (and little queuing) with some nice touches. However, things take a downward turn when you then need to get into Jakarta - wow they know how to do traffic!

[@stevedoughty3865]

An economy flight for a change Whats it like slumming it up with all the other mortals

[@ryanfrisby7389]

Howdy, amazing trip report as always Paul! I was hoping you’d make it a Garuda! I know you mentioned you enjoyed Singapore business and gave Scoot another try, so did you do Jakarta-Changi with Scoot and Changi-Heathrow with Singapore?😸😸

[@tulus38]

I never noticed the place is that hot😂. But I agree tho, the international terminal is quite a bit colder inside.

[@ianschiller9612]

Good video. Different food is a)ways interesting.

[@MatthewLangdonMlang18]

Excellent video! Makes me nostalgic for a world where travel and being out and about was still possible... I flew Garuda several times in 2016, it's a real gem of an airline. Glad to see you review it!

[@Spookieham]

The all economy A330 will be for Haj and Umrah flights to Jeddah for Makkah as you said

[@Raerofficial]

I don't suppose the congestion issue at the domestic terminal is as bad as Atlanta before midway opened. Geez I can still remember the delays... Anyway, I really like the livery of the Garuda planes. Nice blue tones.

[@Tom-ie8hk]

Im such a fan

[@joermnyc]

Those back seats on the 330/340 are not bad (it was great for us as a family of 3), just don’t pick the first middle row that goes from 4 to 3... your seat back screen will be way off centered.

[@patrisninu3854]

So profesional, just like watching TV News. I guess you are a TV crew

[@COD04MW]

Good day! The alien looking dessert is pudding with nata de coco which is fermented coconut water made into blocks (hence the weird looking blocks). Many Indonesians indeed like this dessert.

[@Raditram]

Yes the widebody is a cool experience but the nice thing about Garuda is that the 737-800 experience is pretty much exactly the same. The seat pitch is just as wide (probably just a little narrower by 1 or 2 inches) but from my experience GA's Economy class is one of the most spacious in the narrow body segment. The meal would be the same, and even the IFE is the same type of IFE. I do wish GA would start upgrading again, plenty of airlines are moving to a newer IFE system with a nice wide screen and a nice responsive touch screen.

[@cosmicwartoad2587]

What does Paul Lucas do after he's arrived and stopped filming?

[@robertfitzpatrick4302]

I'm assuming he writes about his travels.

[@FlintTheDwarf]

Cool

[@g.a.8884]

Здравствуйте. Спасибо Вам. Счастливых путишествий.👏🏻

[@mparim]

The curtain in the last few rows is for privacy when there is a medical transfer for a patient on a stretcher.

[@paulkeay5032]

Garuda's reputation seems to have changed a lot in the last 15-20 years. They used to have a poor reputation. I hear a lot of praise these days.

[@jamesrobinson9194]

GA look great there. They fly to London via Amsterdam if I recall correctly.

[@trustweb99]

GA no longer flies to London as of now though ... After the Jakarta - Amsterdam - LGW service, they then moved to serving LHR via Singapore (Jakarta's runway weren't strong enough to handle a fully-loaded 777-300ER back then). As Jakarta's runways got the reinforcements they needed, GA served Jakarta - LHR and AMS fully nonstop on both routes. Due to low yield however, the London route became CGK - LHR - DPS and then DPS - KNO (Medan) - LHR before being cancelled altogether. Garuda's slots at London Heathrow are now being leased to Air India, implying that they may try again in the future. To be fair ... I'd say GA handled their London flights wrongly. If I were GA's CEO, I would order Boeing 787-8s or -9s for London and other European / American cities. In Garuda's case the 777-300ER only makes sense for flights to AMS (lots of Indonesian diaspora in the Netherlands), Saudi Arabia for Hajj & Umrah, and some East Asian / Australian cities due to, obviously, its size. Not only is the 787 much easier to fill than a 777-300ER, their specifications allow departures without weight limits not just from Jakarta but also from Bali thus allowing me to cater European vacationers directly instead of relying only on those flying the Kangaroo route, business travels (barely any traffic on this one) and Indonesian diaspora

[@johnmatthews8088]

Jelly with fruit in it popular in nz as well paul

[@joshuajeffrey2214]

look cool

[@ilhamsuryo]

that alien looking dessert is actually guava-flavored jelly with nata de coco. And yes, it's quite popular here as a snack or dessert :)))

[@TheJemialfredo]

thank you for visiting my country. Anyway, I assumed the dessert was agar-agar with nata de coco.

[@nlreviews]

When will you fix your schedule on the website and Emirates when will you fly???

[@st0nk172]

I have tried the A330 all economy in 2019, mostly used for Umrah flight between province , but I am lucky because after Umrah the aircraft required back to CGK, so GA open extra flight use the A330, the registration was PK-GPA until GPG, my route was GA1432 JED-PDG-PLM-CGK, the PLM-CGK was bookable through website and fly every sunday and the GA1433 was CGK-PLM-PDG-JED the CGK-PLM was also bookable and fly every saturday, oh and lastly the service was not a normal domestic flight, they even gave pillow and blanket like international flight

[@Paul_Lucas]

Ah thank you, I had a feeling the all economy layout was for Hajj or ‘Umrah!

[@st0nk172]

@@Paul_Lucas sometimes they used for trunk domestic routes, but I heard the A330 all economy was phased out, the only negative side of this configuration, there was no PTV installed

[@d.a.1213]

Hi there Paul! I suggest you should try out Hong Kong to Taipei for once, they got flights every 15mins (before covid) and most of them offers widebodies, thats insane isn't it? I suggest you should try out EVA's 78X business class on this 90mins flight. Great inflight services, if you wanna focus on lounges then Cathay would do :) Cheers

[@silviatan6246]

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