Airline

Mandala Airlines (RI)

Mandala Airlines, which later operated as Tigerair Mandala, was a prominent Indonesian low-cost carrier headquartered in Jakarta. Known for offering affordable domestic and regional flights, it connected key destinations across Southeast Asia before ceasing operations in 2014.

Why travelers choose Mandala Airlines

  • Operated a modern, all-Airbus A320 fleet prior to closure
  • Headquartered at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, Jakarta
  • Integrated with the extensive Tiger Airways regional network
  • Provided budget-friendly connections across Southeast Asia

Fare families

Light Fare

A strictly no-frills, budget-friendly option for light travelers.

  • 7kg Hand baggage allowance
  • Randomly assigned seating
  • Checked baggage available for an extra fee
  • In-flight meals available for purchase

Value Fare

An all-in-one package offering essential travel conveniences.

  • 7kg Hand baggage allowance
  • Up to 20kg checked baggage allowance
  • Standard seat selection included
  • Eligible for flight changes (fee applies)

Flexi Fare

Maximum flexibility and premium perks for a stress-free journey.

  • 7kg Hand baggage allowance
  • Up to 20kg checked baggage allowance
  • Premium or upfront seat selection
  • One free date change (fare difference applies)
  • Priority boarding where available

Key policies

Baggage allowance

Mandala Airlines allowed one piece of cabin baggage weighing up to 7kg (max dimensions 54x38x23 cm). Checked baggage was unbundled from the base fare and available for pre-purchase in tiers from 15kg to 40kg.

Change policy

Flight dates and times could be changed up to 4 hours before departure subject to a change fee and applicable fare differences. Base fare tickets were generally non-refundable.

Check-in

Web check-in was available from 72 hours up to 2 hours before the scheduled departure. Airport check-in counters opened 2 hours before and strictly closed 45 minutes prior to takeoff.

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Colombo (CMB) network

Mandala Airlines operating flights touching CMB

Sample operating pattern; confirm exact days and times during booking.

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From Colombo (CMB)

CMB → DXB

Flight RI 203 • Daily

4h 15m
08:55 → 12:10 Nonstop, morning departure

CMB → SIN

Flight RI 468 • Daily

4h 30m
10:45 → 17:45 Nonstop, widebody

CMB → LHR

Flight RI 503 • Mon / Wed / Fri

11h 15m
13:10 → 20:25 1 stop via hub

To Colombo (CMB)

DXB → CMB

Flight RI 204 • Daily

4h 15m
14:20 → 20:35 Nonstop, evening arrival

SIN → CMB

Flight RI 469 • Daily

3h 40m
19:20 → 21:00 Nonstop, premium-heavy

LHR → CMB

Flight RI 504 • Tue / Thu / Sat

10h 45m
21:55 → 12:40+1 1 stop via hub