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AirAsia X announces financial results for Q2-2025
AirAsia X Berhad reported its unaudited financial results for the second quarter ended 30th June on Tuesday, 26th August. The Company recorded a turnover of RM660.8 million in the second quarter of the year, marginally lower year-on-year as capacity rose by six percent YoY to 1.12 million seats in a softer fare environment due to low season. Passenger traffic grew by six percent YoY to 935,105 passengers, maintaining a sound Passenger Load Factor (PLF) of 83 percent, unchanged YoY despite the increased capacity. According to AirAsia X CEO Benyamin Ismail: "AirAsia X delivered resilient performance this quarter with a sound PLF of 83%, in line with capacity growth despite the seasonally softer second quarter. The Group’s operations remained profitable even as one aircraft is pending reactivation and fares are softer as the market tries to boost demand taking advantage of the lower fuel price environment in 2Q25.” Ismail added that the final aircraft reactivation which was initially scheduled for June was deferred to the second half of the year due to the well-documented global MRO backlogs and spare parts shortages. Also, as of 30th June, AirAsia X’s total fleet stood at 19 A330 aircraft; of these, 18 aircraft are active and operational. Fares and revenue This quarter, average base fare declined to RM405, impacted by historical seasonality and cautious travel sentiments following the concerns on earthquakes in Japan. In managing seasonality, the Company had also augmented its load-active, yield-passive strategy, leveraging on the advantageous fuel price environment. Ancillary revenue bolstered the Company’s performance with revenue per passenger up by four percent YoY to RM257 and total ancillary revenue rising by ten percent YoY, driven by higher passenger volumes and enhanced product offerings particularly in the duty free and merchandise segments. Profit in Q2-2025 Net profit rose sharply to RM35.22 million against last year’s RM4.82 million, boosted by favourable net foreign exchange gains. In the second quarter, the Company’s net operating profit improved 26 percent YoY to RM1.38 million supported by lower fuel prices. The Company’s cost per available-seat-kilometres (ASK / CASK) fell by 13 percent YoY to 12.05 sen while CASK ex-fuel stood at 6.38 sen, up by nine percent YoY reflecting operational ramp-up and higher maintenance expenses over the last 12 months. In terms of capacity and network, the Company’s ASK grew by ten percent YoY to 4,851 millions as AirAsia X continued to observe strong PLF of beyond 85 percent from its East Asian routes in Japan, China and South Korea driven by the peak spring travel season during the quarter. Associate performance in Q2-2025 Company associate AirAsia X Thailand (TAAX) posted a revenue of RM372.82 million and an operating loss of RM13.2 million in Q2-2025. Passenger traffic during the quarter declined by 12 percent YoY to 318,257 passengers as seat capacity reduced by five percent YoY to 407,360 seats. TAAX’s PLF stood at 78 percent this quarter as performance was pressured by softened travel demand to Thailand overall following the earthquake incident in Bangkok and related security concerns. Average fare was firm at RM690 during the quarter under review, and TAAX posted a net profit of RM10.58 million, buoyed by net foreign exchange gains. TAAX maintained a fleet of nine A330s after returning one aircraft to lessor during the quarter.
AirAsia X launches a new direct route between Tashkent and Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia from 15 Oct
AirAsia X (AAX), the World’s Best Low-Cost Airline, announced its upcoming entry into Uzbekistan with the launch of a new direct route between Tashkent and Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Scheduled to commence on 15 October 2025 with three flights weekly, the new service forms part of AAX’s broader strategy to connect emerging Central Asian markets to its extensive network of over 130 destinations through its Fly-Thru hub in Kuala Lumpur. The announcement comes at a pivotal time as Uzbekistan targets 15.8 million foreign tourist arrivals in 2025. The new connection is expected to boost two-way traffic, bringing more travellers from Southeast Asia into Uzbekistan while offering Uzbeks greater access to destinations across Asia, Australia, and beyond. Benyamin Ismail, CEO of AirAsia X said: “Our mission has always been to make medium-haul travel more accessible and affordable, and we are excited to extend this offering to travellers from Uzbekistan with our entry into Tashkent. The strong performance of our Almaty route has reaffirmed the potential of Central Asia, prompting us to grow further in the region. “Through Kuala Lumpur, guests from Tashkent can now connect to over 130 destinations, including top cities in Southeast Asia, China, Australia, and more. Similarly, we are already seeing encouraging forward bookings for the Tashkent route, with strong demand from Malaysia, China, Indonesia, and Singapore, showing clear interest from travellers across the region. “This new route also reflects the growing ties between Malaysia and Uzbekistan, as both countries deepen cooperation in trade, education, Islamic tourism, and cultural exchange. While supporting Uzbekistan’s tourism goals, this route also supports broader national initiatives, including Visit Malaysia Year 2026, which aims to attract more travellers from Central Asia.” Dr. Mukhtaramin Bekzod, Chairman of AA Aviation Management Group said: “We are confident this service will be well-received by Uzbek travellers seeking affordable and convenient access to Southeast Asia, Australia, and beyond. With AirAsia X’s extensive Fly-Thru network via Kuala Lumpur, this route opens the door to new markets for outbound travel, while also encouraging more inbound visitors from across Southeast Asia into Uzbekistan. This connectivity will play a vital role in supporting Uzbekistan’s tourism and economic growth by creating new opportunities for leisure, business, and cultural exchange.” In celebration of the new route, AAX is offering promotional fares from Tashkent to Kuala Lumpur, starting from only or UZS2,719,000 (USD199) all-in* one-way, with an additional 20%** off. The promotional fares are available for booking through AA Aviation Management Group, AAX’s official sales agent*** in Uzbekistan, or on the AirAsia MOVE app and airasia.com. The promotional fare is available from now until 3 August 2025 for the travel period between 15 October 2025 and 15 December 2025.
AirAsia X marks first month of Karachi-Kuala Lumpur route
AirAsia’s medium-haul affiliate AirAsia X (AAX) celebrated the first full month of operations for its Karachi–Kuala Lumpur route on Monday, 30th June. The route between Malaysia and Pakistan recorded an average load factor of 80 percent since the inaugural flight took off on 30th May. The consistently strong demand from both Karachi and Kuala Lumpur reflects the robust air travel market between Pakistan and Malaysia. Indeed, forward bookings for the next quarter remain healthy, with solid load factors projected for the months to come, further affirming confidence in the route’s long-term potential. AirAsia CEO Benyamin Ismail said of the route’s strong performance: “The response to this route has exceeded our expectations. We are not only connecting two vibrant cities but also enabling affordable access to more than 130 destinations across the AirAsia network. This aligns with our strategy of expanding into high-potential, underserved markets with strong demand for value-based medium-haul travel.” Likewise, Malaysian high commissioner to Pakistan Mohammad Azhar Bin Mazlan declared: “The launch of AAX direct flights between Karachi and Kuala Lumpur, and the strong momentum it has achieved in just one month, marks a significant step forward in strengthening the people-to-people, economic, and cultural ties between Malaysia and Pakistan. Enhanced air connectivity such as this opens new avenues for trade, tourism, education, and investment. We commend AAX for its commitment to improving regional connectivity and are proud to support its efforts in making Malaysia even more accessible to travellers from Pakistan, especially as we look ahead to Visit Malaysia 2026.” A great way to connect with destinations throughout the Asia-Pacific Beyond point-to-point traffic, more than half of Pakistani guests connect via Kuala Lumpur to other destinations across Asean and beyond through AirAsia’s Fly-Thru service. Top connecting cities include Bali, Phuket, Singapore, Perth, Melbourne and more, representing an increasing appetite for multi-stop travel among Pakistani outbound passengers. Additionally, 90 percent of over 7,000 travellers in this sector thus far are non-Malaysians, highlighting the route’s role in strengthening Kuala Lumpur’s position as a regional hub. To celebrate the milestone, AAX is offering limited-time promotional all-in fares starting from only PKR59,999 one-way from Karachi to Kuala Lumpur and from RM759 one-way from Kuala Lumpur to Karachi. Bookings are available now through the AirAsia MOVE app, airasia.com, and authorised travel agents till 6 July for the travel period from 14th July 2025 to 30th June 2026.
AirAsia X launches new route to Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Photo Caption: (L-R) Mr. Mohd Akbal Setia, Director of International Promotions for America, Europe and Oceania, Tourism Malaysia; Ms. Amanda Woo, Chief Commercial Officer, AirAsia Aviation Group; Mr. Chua Choon Hwa; Deputy Secretary-General (Tourism) of the Ministry of Tourism, Arts & Culture; Mr. Benyamin Ismail, CEO of AirAsia X; His Excellency Mr. Karomidin Gadoev, Ambassador of Uzbekistan to Malaysia; Dato' Fam Lee Ee, Non-Independent Non-Executive Chairman of AirAsia X and Mr Ikhlas Kamarudin, CEO of Ikhlas.com. AirAsia X (AAX) celebrated its growing presence in Central Asia with the announcement of a brand new route to Tashkent, Uzbekistan, commencing on 15 October 2025 with a frequency of three times a week. Following AAX’s entry into the region with Almaty, Kazakhstan in early 2024, with a consistently strong load factor and increased flight frequencies, the Tashkent route is aimed at further facilitating air travel between Southeast Asia and Central Asia, fostering stronger trade, tourism and business ties between the regions. This connectivity will also enable more travellers in Asean as well as Australia, to explore Uzbekistan affordability with AirAsia’s seamless Fly-Thru options, spanning over 130 destinations worldwide. Benyamin Ismail, CEO of AirAsia X said: “The launch of our Kuala Lumpur-Tashkent route is a strategic milestone in AAX’s continued growth across Asia and beyond. Central Asia presents immense potential, with Uzbekistan’s economy growing steadily and a rising middle class eager to explore new destinations. We have seen a marked increase in passenger demand for Central Asia following our successful Almaty route, and our vision is to create a comprehensive network that supports regional development and connects people to new places whilst creating unforgettable travel experiences along the way.” H.E. Mr. Karomidin Gadoev, Ambassador of Uzbekistan to Malaysia commented: “The commencement of direct flights by AAX between these two major cities is a landmark development for Uzbekistan-Malaysia relations. With Uzbekistan’s tourism sector expanding rapidly and Malaysia’s strong position as a tourism and business hub in Southeast Asia, this route will significantly enhance connectivity, foster tourism exchanges, and open new avenues for investment. We are excited to welcome AAX to this promising market and look forward to a fruitful venture.” Travellers can soon experience the magic of Tashkent with a promotional introductory fare from RM99 all-in* one-way economy seats starting from 23 June 2025 until 29 June 2025 for the travel period between 15 October 2025 and 14 September 2026. This special fare is subject to availability, with subsequent fares starting from RM899**. Nestled in the heart of Uzbekistan, its capital Tashkent, is a thriving city renowned for its stunning Islamic architecture, bustling bazaars and leafy parks. A world of opportunities awaits the wanderlust in Tashkent ‒ journey through the magnificent Silk Roads and bask in the picturesque beauty of its towering monuments. As the country’s largest city and economic hub, Tashkent boasts a growing tourism sector and expanding business opportunities, making it an increasingly popular destination for both leisure and commerce.
Revenue for AirAsia X in Q1 2025 rises by 3% YoY to RM940.1 million
The Company reported a revenue of RM940.1 million in 1Q25, increasing by 3% year-on-year (“YoY”) from RM908.9 million in 1Q24 driven by a 12% growth in capacity to 1.29 million seats. In line with capacity expansion, AirAsia X achieved a 12% YoY increase in passenger traffic in 1Q25, carrying 1.08 million passengers. This was driven by sustained demand across core markets and efficient capacity deployment, resulting in a robust Passenger Load Factor (“PLF”) of 83%. Ancillary revenue remained a key margin driver in 1Q25 This quarter, average base fare stood at RM550, aligning with the Company’s load-active, yield-passive strategy. Ancillary revenue remained a key margin driver in 1Q25, with ancillary revenue per passenger rising 10% YoY to RM277. This uplift, combined with a higher passenger base, drove a 24% YoY increase in total ancillary revenue to RM298.3 million. The growth reflects improved takeup rates, supported by enhanced digital personalisation and targeted product offerings that successfully maximised per-passenger spend. The Company posted a net profit of RM50.2 million, representing a 5% margin even as its cost base expanded parallel to operational growth. Cost per ASK (“CASK”) edged up marginally to 13.97 sen driven by slightly higher staffing with additional aircraft in operation and airport-related expenses. These were partially mitigated by a lower jet fuel price YoY and a reduction in aircraft lease expenses as most aircraft exited pay-by-hour arrangements since 1Q24. Japan, Australia and Kazakhstan emerged as key outperformers In 1Q25, AirAsia X expanded its Available Seat Kilometres (“ASK”) by 17% YoY to 5,878 million, strategically aligning capacity to capture peak demand during festive and holiday periods. Japan and Australia emerged as key outperformers within the network, with core routes delivering strong load factors between 85% and 90%, reflecting sustained travel demand and effective capacity optimisation in high-yield markets. AirAsia X Thailand (“TAAX”), the Company’s associate, recorded RM512.7 million in revenue and an operating profit of RM15.5 million in 1Q25. TAAX carried a total of 500,128 passengers this quarter, up 14% YoY as seat capacity increased by 23% YoY to 604,584 seats, charting a sound PLF of 83% during the quarter. The one-off effect of the hub transition from Suvarnabhumi to Don Mueang in October 2024 has stabilised, with the network now operating at peak performance. TAAX’s average fare held strong at RM833 per passenger this quarter. As of 31 March 2025, AirAsia X’s total fleet increased to 19 A330 aircraft following the induction of one additional aircraft from a third-party lessor. Of these, 17 aircraft were activated and operational. TAAX maintained a fleet of 10 A330s, supporting network recovery and growth across core markets. Fly-Thru connectivity accounts for approximately 20% of passenger traffic AirAsia X CEO, Benyamin Ismail said: “This has been a stellar quarter of delivering sustained passenger load and profitability. In February, we took delivery of one additional aircraft, and today, the Company has 18 out of its 19-aircraft fleet operational. The final aircraft is on track for reactivation by mid-year, and we are focussed on ensuring full fleet deployment to meet market demand. “Our network continues to demonstrate resilience, particularly on core routes to Japan and Australia, where load factors consistently trend around the 90% mark. Building on this momentum, we are capitalising on our first-mover advantage in Central Asia by ramping up capacity to Almaty, Kazakhstan in the second half of the year, with further expansion in the pipeline. Recently, we have announced the suspension of Nairobi, Kenya. It was difficult, but crucial for us, as the initial assumption for premises of financial support did not materialise eventually. Essentially, we are driven by disciplined network management, allowing us to redeploy capacity to higher-yielding, strategically aligned markets. “A key pillar for our business is Fly-Thru connectivity, which consistently accounts for approximately 20% of our passenger traffic, anchored by high-performing routes from Korea, Japan and Kazakhstan. Establishing seamless connectivity sets us up for a massive upside , particularly as we advance towards the proposed acquisition of Capital A Berhad’s aviation business, which includes AirAsia Berhad and AirAsia Aviation Group Limited, encompassing AirAsia Thailand, AirAsia Indonesia, AirAsia Philippines and AirAsia Cambodia. The integration will unlock immense synergies and enhance our network connectivity, ultimately elevating the enlarged group’s competitive positioning in the region and beyond. “We’re pleased to report continued double-digit growth in ancillary revenue per passenger, driven by focused personalisation and improved takeup rates. This, along with our lean cost structure and operational efficiencies, positions us for a strong 2025. We are mindful of the softer travel season in the second and third quarters, but are encouraged by the forward sales momentum. We are vigilant and prudent in the face of global geopolitical uncertainties, but are confident that we are able to stay disciplined and growth-oriented in a sustainable manner.”
AirAsia X launches direct route to Karachi
AirAsia X announced a new route to Pakistan’s largest city Karachi from 30th May. The four-times-weekly flights mark another milestone in the airline’s international expansion. With 22 routes in total, the airline strengthens its commitment to affordable medium-haul travel. AirAsia X CEO Benyamin Ismail said of this new offering: “We are thrilled to launch AAX’s next adventure in Karachi, further strengthening our presence in the South Asian market. Karachi is a dynamic city with a rich history and a thriving modern economy, and we are proud to be the sole low-cost carrier connecting this vibrant metropolis to our extensive network beyond Malaysia. This route will also open up hundreds of seamless connectivity options for travellers to key markets such as Australia, China, Thailand, and more via our Fly-Thru services.” Enhancing connectivity As the only low-cost carrier in Malaysia to provide direct service to Karachi, this new route enhances affordable connectivity between the two nations, allowing Malaysian travellers and the thriving Pakistani community in Malaysia to fly home affordably. It also plays a pivotal role in linking travellers from Pakistan to Malaysia and the rest of ASEAN, connecting them to the region’s vibrant trade, tourism, and economic opportunities. Ismail added: “With plenty to explore and experience, be it for business, leisure or pilgrimage, both nations are set to benefit from immense tourism and travel potential with this new flight service. AAX anticipates carrying more than 100,000 guests annually on this route, further reiterating our commitment to support the Malaysian government’s initiative to welcome 30 million tourists in line with the Visit Malaysia 2026 campaign. We look forward to mutually benefitting the growth and prosperity of both countries.”
AirAsia X to collaborate with Kenya Tourism Board
AirAsia X entered a strategic route marketing collaboration with the Kenya Tourism Board to boost connectivity between the Asian and African continents. By doing so, the parties involved hope to drive tourism growth in both regions. The announcement comes just as AirAsia X is slated to launch its new direct flights connecting Kuala Lumpur to Nairobi on 15th November 2024, offering four flights a week. In line with AirAsia X’s commitment to working closely with local partners, the airline also partnered with Magical Aviation Services, its official general sales agent (GSA) in Nairobi, to ensure local expertise drives its operations in the region. This collaboration enables the airline to provide tailored services that meet the specific needs of Kenyan travellers, with Magical Aviation Services playing a key role in managing sales, marketing, and customer support. Further reinforcing its dedication to the Kenyan market, the airline has also opened its first sales office in Nairobi at Riverside Square, marking a significant milestone in its African expansion. This new office serves as a vital touchpoint for customers, offering on-the-ground support and sales services, and solidifying the airline’s long-term commitment to the region. What does the partnership entail? The collaboration between AAX and the Kenya Tourism Board includes joint promotional activities, coordinated marketing campaigns, and collaborative efforts to enhance travel experiences. Likewise, it aims to leverage the strengths of both organisations to attract more tourists and stimulate economic growth in both countries. The East African Community (EAC) region set a goal to attract over 14 million international tourists annually by 2025, with Nairobi positioned as a major hub in its tourism strategy. The new flights will enhance Nairobi’s profile as a gateway to both regional and international travel, driving economic benefits and promoting cultural exchange. The introduction of this direct route is also set to play a crucial role by offering Kenyan travellers convenient Fly-Thru access to Asia’s leading destinations through Kuala Lumpur. Moreover, in alignment with Malaysia's upcoming Visit Malaysia 2026 campaign, this new route will bolster Malaysia’s appeal as a premier travel destination offering diverse experiences. Furthermore, Kuala Lumpur will serve as a key gateway for tourists from Nairobi, granting them direct access to Malaysia’s vibrant attractions, including its cultural landmarks, scenic landscapes, and thriving culinary scene. A milestone all around AirAsia X CEO Benyamin Ismail said of the collaboration: “This is a major milestone in our mission to connect Asia with Africa and opens up a world of travel possibilities between the two continents. [The collaboration] demonstrates our commitment to expanding travel opportunities and boosting tourism. This new route will play a crucial role in Kenya’s tourism growth and create new connections for travellers.” Ismail added that, for other key routes like those for Australia and China, Nairobi will now be easily accessible, offering travellers new adventures in Africa and enhanced travel options via Kuala Lumpur. This route not only strengthens the airline’s global network but also supports the tourism goals of both Kenya and Malaysia. Kenya Tourism Board chief executive June Chepkemei remarked that the collaboration would drive a substantial growth in tourism numbers to Kenya. This enhanced connectivity will stimulate economic growth and create new opportunities for local businesses, showcasing Kenya as a key destination for global travellers, especially from Asia. By facilitating easier access to Nairobi, the country anticipates increased tourism revenue and stronger cultural exchange, benefiting both Kenya’s tourism sector and its broader economy. Chepkemei said: “The Asia Pacific region is a key source market for Kenya. The region saw over 320,000 travellers into the country in 2023, with India, China and Japan among the top drivers of visitor arrivals. Our goal through this collaboration is to ensure that we have more tourists coming from Malaysia and other regional destinations to Kenya.”
AirAsia X clinches Best International Airline at 2024 Australian Aviation Awards
AirAsia X received the Best International Airline Flying to Australia title at the Australian Aviation Awards 2024 in Sydney. Australian Aviation editor Adam Thorn said of the airline: “The judges were hugely impressed not only by its passenger performance, but technological innovations and commitment to sustainability.” As of 2019, AirAsia X has flown over six million guests annually. At present, its focus is centred on the active expansion of routes connecting Australians to both popular and new hidden gems across Asia and beyond. The airline presently flies to 23 destinations including Australian favourites such as India, Japan, South Korea, China and more. Recently, the airline launched flights to Almaty in Kazakhstan and Nairobi, Kenya, offering more value and choice for guests down under. A pivotal moment For AirAsia X chief executive Benyamin Ismail, the award marks a pivotal moment in the airline’s history as it was the very first destination it flew to when it began operations in November 2007. Today, Australia remains one of AirAsia X’s core markets. Ismail said: “This award is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the incredible AirAsia X team who worked tirelessly to bring us out of the most challenging times in aviation history. Together, we have emerged stronger than ever, and we remain steadfast in our commitment to providing the safest, most affordable, and reliable air travel experience for our guests with an exceptional inflight experience.” Ismail added that, moving forward, the airline continues to enhance its products and services, and currently has a number of plans for significant growth in the near future. Indeed, AirAsia X intends to cover the majority of continents, ensuring that Australians have even more value and choice when it comes to their travel options.
AirAsia announced as Best Low Cost Carrier – Asia 2024 by AirlineRatings
The AirAsia Group* including medium haul affiliate airlines AirAsia X and Thai AirAsia X, have been awarded the Top LCC in Asia for 2024 by AirlineRatings.com in its annual Airline Excellence Awards. Launched in 2001 by Datuk Kamarudin Meranun and Tony Fernandes with just two planes, AirAsia has had spectacular growth over the past two decades to become a dominant force in the Asian region. The rise of AirAsia that first started out of Kuala Lumpur is, without doubt, one of the airline industry’s great success stories. It has had to combat one external crisis after another and adjust to diverse regulatory and competitive pressures, navigating policies designed to support national airlines as it democratised access to air travel and redefined the low cost carrier landscape within Asean and beyond. AirAsia now operates as full-fledged airlines with bases in Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, the Philippines and Cambodia. AirAsia Group and its affiliate medium haul airlines have re-written the rule book for airlines in Asia and beyond and today have over 255 aircraft flying to over 165 destinations. AirlineRatings.com Editor-in-Chief Geoffrey Thomas said that the win was “richly deserved.” “Renowned Founder Mr Fernandes, and his executive team including Group CEO Bo Lingam as well as AirAsia X CEO Benyamin Ismail have done an outstanding job guiding the airlines to their market dominant position. “These airlines have made travel affordable for nearly 800 million passengers throughout Asia and Asia Pacific and they offer outstanding value and a great experience.” Tony Fernandes, CEO of Capital A and Strategic Advisor to the AirAsia Aviation Groupcommented, “It has been an incredible journey of recovery, post the worst commercial aviation crisis the world has ever seen. We are thankful and humbled by this award which goes out to all of my airline CEOs and senior team members as well as to the many thousands of ‘Allstars’ who have gone above and beyond to bring us to where we are now. After surviving many odds, we have put in place the right foundations for significant growth and are about to embark on an exciting new journey with plans to fly to the majority of continents which is another pivotal moment in our reincarnation story. “The proposed divestment of the AirAsia Aviation Group of airlines from Capital A to AirAsia X is on track and will be a game changer in the industry to ensure significantly more high quality, low cost air travel for short, medium and long haul flights connecting Asia and Asia Pacific to the world at the very best cost.” Bo Lingam, Group CEO of AirAsia Aviation Group said: “AirAsia continues to push the boundaries on what it means to be a low cost carrier because low cost doesn’t mean low service for our airlines. As travel demand recovers to pre-pandemic levels, we have over 400 new specification aircraft on order to fuel our ambitious growth plans including flying to places we have never flown before, providing our guests with more value and choice, not only to and from Asia, but across the world. “Adding to the momentum building from our turnaround strategy, this award is a wonderful testament to the dedication and resilience of the AirAsia team and we thank the experts at AirlineRatings.com for their acknowledgement of our commitment to operational excellence across all that we do.” Benyamin Ismail, CEO of AirAsia X, agreed: “This is a strong recognition of the hard work put in by all of our team, to not only survive the extreme effects of the pandemic but come back stronger than ever before. “We look forward to the great opportunities posed by leveraging strong synergies from Capital A and the AirAsia Aviation Group which will unlock opportunities for our guests to enjoy the value we deliver as they fly smarter in many of our medium to longer haul markets. ”Our ‘one airline strategy’ positions us as a formidable combined force towards being the leading low cost global network carrier connecting Asia to the world.”
AirAsia X commemorates resumption of Xi’an-Kuala Lumpur route
Photo captions: (Second from Left to Right) Consul General of Malaysia to Xi’an, Mr Lum Wan Liang, Chairman of AirAsia X, Dato Fam Lee Eee and CEO of AirAsia X, Benyamin Ismail today celebrated the airline’s inauguration of Xi’an-Kuala Lumpur route in Xi’an, China. AirAsia X (AAX) officially commemorated the resumption of its Xi’an-Kuala Lumpur route with flight D7 347 taking off on 5 April 2024. Xi’an is the airline’s fifth direct route to China, designating AAX as the sole airline connecting the capital of Shaanxi Province in China to Malaysia’s capital city. Xi’an holds an important position within the AAX network in China. Since its first launch in 2014, AAX has flown more than a million guests on the popular route, underscoring its significance for the airline’s expansion in the region. Since relaunching the route earlier this month, AAX has sold almost 7,000 seats both ways. Almost all flights between Xi’an and Kuala Lumpur have had more than an 80 percent passenger load since its inauguration, and the airline anticipates continuously growing demand for this route to achieve 10,000 seat sales in the coming months. As the largest foreign low-cost airline group in China, AirAsia is always committed to enhancing connectivity between Malaysia and China. With the addition of three flights weekly to Xi’an, AAX will be operating 37 flights weekly with a total of six routes to China. Consul General of Malaysia to Xi’an, Mr. Lum Wan Liang said: "The resumption of services by AAX for the Xi’an-Kuala Lumpur route marks a significant success not only for the airline but more importantly for Malaysia-China relations. This achievement represents an important milestone for both nations, especially as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of Malaysia-China diplomatic relations this year. The resumption of services will act as a catalyst to boost tourism and trade opportunities, in addition to supporting the government’s visa-free initiatives. On top of that, this will also further support the Malaysian government’s target of welcoming five million tourists from China this year.” AirAsia X CEO, Benyamin Ismailsaid: "This renewed connection not only allows travellers from China and Malaysia to explore bustling cities but also demonstrates our commitment to growing in the Chinese market. The success of our inaugural flight from Kuala Lumpur this month with a 100 percent passenger load reflects a strong testament to our dedication and the demand for the route. As we anticipate further expansion of our footprint in China, we believe resuming operations will not only strengthen our market presence but also foster deeper ties between our two nations. Currently, AAX operates six direct flights to China, following the recent relaunch of the Changsha route last week. We look forward to flying more travellers from China to Malaysia and vice versa this year.” Deputy General Manager of China West Airport Group, Tang Tao commented: “As one of the top airline brands, AirAsia plays a pivotal role as a key partner of West Airport Group and Xi'an Airport. The relaunch of the Xi’an-Kuala Lumpur route showcases our strong partnership, with China West Airport Group committed to deepening cooperation, ensuring top-notch service, and offering full support for AirAsia’s growth in the Shaanxi province. Together, we will look forward to advancing the development of Xi'an's international aviation hub.” In celebration of the route resumption, AAX is offering promotional fares for a limited time only from Xi’an to Kuala Lumpur for as low as CNY288* one-way. Flights are available for booking today until 19 April 2024 for immediate travel up until 25 October 2024 whereas for guests who fly from Kuala Lumpur to Xi’an, the promotional fares will be from RM257* one-way. Book from today until 21 April 2024, for immediate travel until 31 March 2025. Guests travelling from Xi’an can also utilise Kuala Lumpur as a connecting hub to explore neighbouring tourist hotspots with the least hassle, such as Chiang Mai, Singapore, Lombok and more starting from only CNY155* one way. Guests can also grab a 50% discount** for AirAsia’s Fast Pass and enjoy priority check-in, extra 7kg cabin baggage allowance and other extra perks at the best value. This offer is available for three days only starting today for immediate travel until 25 October 2024. All promotions are available on airasia.com or the AirAsia MOVE app (previously known as the airasia Superapp).
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