AirAsia expands domestic routes with 2,000 weekly flights, 150,000 seats

SEPANG: AirAsia will be adding 2,000 weekly flights and 150,000 seats across 40 key routes by the end of the year, aiming to boost Malaysia’s domestic travel.

This significant expansion provides passengers with more flight options and greater flexibility, connecting local and regional travellers to a wide range of destinations across Malaysia.

The move is expected to raise AirAsia’s market share to 64 per cent, further cementing its leadership in Malaysia’s aviation industry.

AirAsia Malaysia managing director Datuk Fareh Mazputra stressed the airline’s focus on maintaining operational efficiency and ensuring dependable service recovery during this growth phase.

“As the people’s airline, our commitment has always been to serve Malaysians by offering great value, choice, and convenient travel options, and this domestic boost reflects that mission. Like many other airlines, we are navigating challenges such as aircraft shortages and supply chain disruptions.

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“However, we have made it a priority to manage these issues with careful planning, operational efficiency and reliable service recovery to minimise the impact on our guests whilst ensuring they get to their destinations safely,” he said.

In its continuous pursuit to enhance customer experience, AirAsia is introducing a new offering—‘AirAsia Plus’—for passengers flying to and from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB).

The AirAsia Plus fare includes 7 kg cabin baggage, 20 kg checked baggage, seat selection, inflight meal/snack, and baggage and on-time guarantee (OTG) insurance, providing a comprehensive and convenient travel solution available for booking starting Oct 8, 2024 for the travel period from Oct 9, 2024.

“This is part of our broader effort to offer more to our guests, without compromising on affordability. AirAsia Plus is designed with our guests’ needs in mind, ensuring they get the most out of their journey with us. It is not just about extra services, it is about delivering a better travel experience that our guests can rely on,” Fareh said.

In celebration of this expansion, AirAsia is offering promotional fares starting from RM49 all-inclusive for one-way domestic flights.

These fares are available for booking through the app or website until Sept 29, 2024, for travel between Oct 28, 2024, and Feb 15, 2025.

“We are proud of AirAsia’s continued contribution to Malaysia’s aviation sector, which has been crucial in positioning Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) as one of the top LCC mega hubs globally. Our growth and market leadership are not just about flying more routes but about playing a pivotal role in supporting the national economy and enhancing connectivity,” Fareh said.