AirAsia X commemorates resumption of Xi’an-Kuala Lumpur route

Wednesday, April 17, 2024

AirAsia X (AAX) celebrated the revival of its Xi’an-Kuala Lumpur route with the departure of flight D7 347 on 5 April 2024. This marks Xi’an as the airline’s fifth direct connection to China, solidifying AAX’s role as the exclusive carrier linking Shaanxi Province’s capital to Malaysia’s capital.

Xi’an plays a pivotal role in AAX’s Chinese network. Since its inception in 2014, AAX has served over a million passengers on this popular route, highlighting its strategic importance in the airline’s regional expansion. Following the recent relaunch, AAX has nearly filled 7,000 seats roundtrip, with flights between Xi’an and Kuala Lumpur consistently surpassing an 80 percent passenger capacity. The airline foresees sustained demand, aiming to reach 10,000 seat sales in the coming months.

As the leading foreign low-cost airline group in China, AirAsia remains dedicated to enhancing Malaysia-China connectivity. With the introduction of three weekly flights to Xi’an, AAX’s operations will encompass 37 weekly flights across 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 Ismail said: “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, Mr. 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.”

To mark the resumption of our route, AAX is rolling out special promotional fares from Xi’an to Kuala Lumpur, starting at just CNY288* for a one-way trip. This offer is valid for bookings made between now and 19 April 2024, with travel dates available until 25 October 2024. Conversely, travelers flying from Kuala Lumpur to Xi’an can benefit from promotional fares starting at RM257* for a one-way journey. Bookings for this route are open from today until 21 April 2024, with travel dates until 31 March 2025.

For those departing from Xi’an, Kuala Lumpur serves as a convenient connecting hub to explore nearby tourist destinations like Chiang Mai, Singapore, Lombok, and more, with fares starting at just CNY155* one way.

Additionally, guests can take advantage of a 50% discount** on AirAsia’s Fast Pass, which includes priority check-in, an extra 7kg cabin baggage allowance, and other exclusive perks. This limited-time offer is available starting today and is valid for immediate travel until 25 October 2024, lasting for three days only.

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