Mandala Airlines to Launch Direct Flights to Bali and Padang from Singapore

[HD video below] Indonesian low cost carrier, Mandala Airlines is to launch flights from Singapore to Denpasar (Bali), and Singapore to Padang from 1 December 2012.

The Indonesian island of Bali is renowned for its pristine beaches, surf and art enclaves. Just as popular is the landscape dotted with terraced rice fields and enchanting Hindu temples.

Alternatively travellers can head to Sumatra for a taste of Padang – famed for its cuisine and the Bukittingi Hills which towers 930 metres above sea level.

To celebrate the launch of these new destinations, the partner airline of Tiger Airways is offering special promotional fares starting from Sin$99 one-way (Singapore - Denpasar, Bali) all-inclusive and Sin$79 one-way (Singapore - Padang) all-inclusive.

These fares are available from now till 26 September 2012 for travel from 1 December 2012 to 31 March 2013. Terms and conditions apply.

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