SEPANG: AirAsia has launched its highly anticipated fixed fare promotions for the upcoming Lunar New Year, offering affordable travel options with one-way flights starting at RM328.
AirAsia is offering all-in one-way fixed fares starting at RM328 for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kuching, Bintulu, Miri, or Sibu and RM388 for flights to Kota Kinabalu, Tawau, or Sandakan.
Bookings are available from Dec 3 to Feb 4, 2025, for travel between Jan 24 and Feb 4.
The airline will operate nearly 3,600 weekly flights during the 2025 festive season, providing over 27,000 seats at these fixed one-way fares.
According to the Minister of Transport, Loke Siew Fook, the government’s commitment is to help people reunite during festive seasons.
“The government remains committed to helping people reunite during festive periods.
“It is encouraging to see AirAsia leading efforts to make travel more affordable and accessible.
“This aligns with our ongoing initiatives, including the RM499 ceiling fare subsidy and the FLYsiswa programme to ease students’ financial burden to travel between Peninsular and East Malaysia.
“We look forward to collaborating with other industry partners on this initiative for the betterment of our nation,” he said.
Meanwhile, AirAsia Malaysia’s Chief Executive Officer, Datuk Captain Fareh Mazputra, expressed his delight at the unveiling of AirAsia’s annual fixed fares.
“We are proud to continue playing our role as an industry leader in supporting the government’s initiatives to ensure smooth and affordable travel for Malaysians, especially during the festive season,” he said.
Additionally, AirAsia will support the government’s RM499 one-way economy class flights from Peninsular to East Malaysia initiative, where base fares for selected flights will be available at a maximum of RM499 selling fares applicable for travel four days before Christmas Day.
The initiative is part of AirAsia’s commitment to supporting the government’s fare subsidy and promoting inclusivity and affordability during the festive season.
Guests travelling this festive season are strongly encouraged to self-check in via airasia.com or the AirAsia MOVE app, available up to 14 days before the departure date, and use the e-Boarding Pass to board the flight.
However, for a smooth travel experience, guests are advised to arrive early at the airport. Baggage drop counters open three hours before departure for international flights and two hours prior for domestic services.
