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The Sun
2 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
AirAsia X again named Best International Airline of the Year at Australian Aviation Awards
PETALING JAYA: AirAsia X (AAX) has once again clinched the Best International Airline of the Year title at the Australian Aviation Awards 2025, marking its second consecutive win and reaffirming its strong and growing presence in the Australian market. The honour, presented at a gala ceremony in Sydney last Friday, recognises AAX's continued excellence in delivering affordable, reliable and accessible international air travel for Australians, while steadily expanding its footprint across key markets. As part of its ongoing commitment to the market, AAX is increasing services during the peak travel period between December 2025 and January 2026 by adding three additional weekly flights from Kuala Lumpur to both Melbourne and Sydney, bringing each route to 14 weekly services. With this boost, AAX will operate double daily flights to both cities, its highest frequency to date, offering even greater convenience and choice for travellers. Complementing AAX's offering, three other airlines under the AirAsia brand also operate direct flights to Australia from Darwin, Adelaide and Perth, strengthening the group's regional presence and its commitment to delivering low-cost, high-value connectivity across the country. AirAsia X CEO Benyamin Ismail said: 'We are incredibly proud to receive this award for the second year running. Australia is where our story began, and it remains one of our most important markets. In the last ten years, we have flown more than 10 million guests between Australia and Malaysia, with the majority of them being Australian travellers, a true reflection of the strong local support for our brand. 'This recognition further fuels our commitment to grow our footprint in Australia and continue delivering unbeatable value and service. We are here for the long haul, and we would like to thank all our Australian guests for choosing to fly with us, and the judges for placing their trust in what we do.' Australian Aviation editor Adam Thorn said: 'AirAsia X continues to set the benchmark for international low-cost medium-haul travel. The judges were once again impressed by the airline's strong passenger performance, strategic route development, and commitment to innovation and sustainability. This back-to-back recognition underscores AirAsia X's leadership in the international low-cost sector and its commitment to making travel more accessible for Australians.' The Australian Aviation Awards celebrate outstanding achievements across the aviation sector through a comprehensive judging process that evaluates growth, leadership, innovation, and contributions to the industry.
Tourism Breaking News
7 days ago
- Business
- Tourism Breaking News
AirAsia X opens gateway to transcontinental Istanbul, seamless affordable travel for Singaporeans via Kuala Lumpur
Post Views: 36 AirAsia X (AAX) announced a long-awaited route to Istanbul, Türkiye, a city where East meets West. Travellers from Singapore can now access the heart of Türkiye with smooth connectivity via Kuala Lumpur. The new service between Kuala Lumpur and Istanbul will commence on 14 November 2025 with four weekly flights, strengthening AAX's global footprint and offering more affordable travel options to one of the world's most iconic destinations. This strategic launch marks AAX's long-anticipated entry into Europe, opening a vital gateway linking Southeast Asia to Europe via one of the world's most historically rich and geographically unique destinations. Straddling two continents across the Bosphorus Strait, Istanbul offers travellers the rare opportunity to experience the best of both worlds. The airline will operate from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW), a major hub with connections to over 117 international and 40 domestic destinations. This provides guests from Southeast Asia even greater onward travel options, while giving travellers from Istanbul and beyond seamless access to AirAsia's network of 130 destinations at unbeatable value. Benyamin Ismail, CEO of AirAsia X said: 'Istanbul has always been a dream destination for many of our guests, and its launch marks another proud moment in our journey to rebuild stronger than ever. Hot on the heels of our recent expansion into Central Asia, this long-awaited route takes us one step closer to delivering longer connectivity across continents. As the only city in the world built on two continents, Istanbul perfectly captures our vision to bridge Asia and beyond through affordable, medium-haul travel. This is a strategic decision that strengthens our network, creates more pathways for business collaboration, and enhances access to new experiences for travellers around the world. With the introduction of the Kuala Lumpur-Istanbul route, Singaporean travellers can now enjoy seamless Fly-Thru connection to one of the world's most iconic transcontinental cities through a more affordable travel option.' 'This new route also opens the door to an affordable Umrah Plus Istanbul package offered by the Islamic lifestyle arm of Capital A, giving our Muslim guests the opportunity to combine their spiritual journey with a visit to one of the world's most iconic cities. With our seamless Fly-Thru services via Kuala Lumpur, travellers from Singapore can now enjoy convenient one-stop access to Istanbul without the hassle of baggage recheck. Likewise, it allows guests from Türkiye to easily discover the rich diversity of Southeast Asia, including Singapore, through our vast network.' In celebration of this milestone, AAX is offering introductory promotional fares from SGD299* all-in one way. Flights are available for booking starting today until 20 August 2025 for the travel period between 14 November 2025 and 24 October 2026, on and the AirAsia MOVE app. As Türkiye's largest city and economic powerhouse, Istanbul is a captivating destination that offers opportunities to travellers from all walks of life. From iconic landmarks like the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace, to the lively Grand Bazaar and Spice Market, the city is a treasure trove of history and vibrant local life. AirAsia Malaysia (flight code AK) operates 11 daily flights weekly between Singapore and Kuala Lumpur. Flight Schedule between Singapore (SIN) and Kuala Lumpur (KUL): Flight Schedule between Kuala Lumpur [KUL] and Istanbul (Sabiha) [SAW]: *All-in fares are quoted for one-way travel only, including passenger service charge, regulatory service charges, fuel surcharges, and other applicable fees. T&C apply.
The Sun
12-08-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Europe on radar as AirAsia X to start KL-Istanbul direct service on Nov 14
PETALING JAYA: AirAsia X Bhd (AAX) will return to Europe for the first time in over a decade with the launch of a direct service between Kuala Lumpur and Istanbul, Turkiye, starting Nov 14. The new route, operated four times weekly on an Airbus A330-300, will connect Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport. Speaking at the launch, AAX CEO Benyamin Ismail said Istanbul had 'always been a dream destination for many of our guests' and was a natural next step following the airline's expansion into Central Asia. 'Hot on the heels of our recent growth into Central Asia, this long-awaited route takes us one step closer to delivering longer connectivity across continents. As the only city in the world built on two continents, Istanbul perfectly captures our vision to bridge Asia and beyond through affordable, medium-haul travel,' he added. He said Turkiye is already one of Malaysians' favourite holiday destinations, with 22 weekly flights currently offered by other carriers. 'With us, it will be an added benefit because we will offer the cheapest fare,' he said, adding that the important thing is that they want to connect with people who have never flown before from Europe or Turkiye to Kuala Lumpur and onto their network of 130 destinations. He also pointed to untapped potential in Indonesia and the Philippines. Turkiye, ranked fourth in the world for most international visitors, is seen by AAX as a high-priority market. The airline plans to start with four flights a week and, if demand is strong, increase to daily within six to 12 months. 'This is our first European destination in this new phase. For 2026, we are looking at London, Azerbaijan, Russia, all very exciting markets,' said Benyamin. He acknowledged that the launch had been delayed due to Middle East airspace closures. 'We should have started earlier, but we held back. Now we see things are okay, so this is the best time,' he said. AAX has ordered Airbus A330XLRs for future medium-haul routes of five to eight hours, targeting destinations in Central Asia, India, smaller Australian cities and Japan. Turkey Ambassador to Malaysia Emir Salim Yüksel hailed the new route as a 'tangible step' in strengthening bilateral ties. 'We established diplomatic relations in 1964 and last year celebrated the 60th anniversary. This air link will not only boost tourism flows but also expand business links, foster industry collaboration and open new pathways for education, innovation and people-to-people engagement,' he said. Nearly 93,000 Malaysians visited Türkiye last year, with the figure expected to surpass 100,000 in 2025. To mark the milestone, AAX is offering promotional all-in one-way fares from RM499 for economy and RM3,999 for premium flatbed. The promotion runs until Aug 20 for travel between Nov 14, 2025 and Sept 14, 2026, bookable via or the AirAsia MOVE app. Passengers can also enjoy up to 45% off checked baggage.
Hype Malaysia
12-08-2025
- Business
- Hype Malaysia
AirAsia X Announces Long-Awaited Istanbul, Türkiye Route; Flights Begin 14th November
Fasten your seatbelts, travellers! AirAsia X (AAX) is soaring into its next chapter of growth with the announcement of a long-awaited route to Istanbul, Türkiye, a city where East meets West! The new direct service between Kuala Lumpur and Istanbul will commence on 14th November 2025 with four weekly flights, marking another significant step in AAX's global network expansion. This strategic launch marks AAX's long-anticipated entry into Europe, opening a vital gateway linking Southeast Asia to Europe via one of the world's most historically-rich and geographically-unique destinations. Straddling two continents across the Bosphorus Strait, Istanbul offers travellers the rare opportunity to experience the best of both worlds. The airline will operate from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW), a major hub with connections to over 117 international and 40 domestic destinations. This provides guests from Southeast Asia even greater onward travel options, while giving travellers from Istanbul and beyond seamless access to AirAsia's network of 130 destinations at unbeatable value. Benyamin Ismail, CEO of AirAsia X said: 'Istanbul has always been a dream destination for many of our guests, and its launch marks another proud moment in our journey to rebuild stronger than ever. Hot on the heels of our recent expansion into Central Asia, this long-awaited route takes us one step closer to delivering longer connectivity across continents. As the only city in the world built on two continents, Istanbul perfectly captures our vision to bridge Asia and beyond through affordable, medium-haul travel. This is a strategic decision that strengthens our network, creates more pathways for business collaboration, and enhances access to new experiences for travellers around the world. 'This new route also opens the door to an affordable Umrah Plus Istanbul package offered by the Islamic lifestyle arm of Capital A, giving our Muslim guests the opportunity to combine their spiritual journey with a visit to one of the world's most iconic cities. From Istanbul, our guests can connect seamlessly to destinations across Asia, including Indonesia, Australia, Singapore, China, Thailand and more through our convenient Fly-Thru service, without the need to recheck baggage. Likewise, travellers from Europe and beyond can now access the wonders of Southeast Asia with ease through our extensive network.' H.E. Emir Salim Yüksel, Ambassador of the Republic of Türkiye to Malaysia added: 'This new additional connection between Kuala Lumpur and Istanbul is a tangible step in strengthening the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between Malaysia and Türkiye. It will not only boost tourism flows, but also expand business links, foster industry collaboration, and open new pathways for education, innovation and people-to-people engagement. By enhancing air connectivity, we are bringing our regions closer in a way that benefits travellers, communities and economies alike.' In celebration of this milestone, AAX is offering introductory first-come first-served promotional fares from RM499* all-in one way and from RM3,999* all-in one way for the airline's award-winning Premium Flatbed. Flights are available for booking starting today until 20th August 2025 for the travel period between 14th November 2025 and 14th September 2026, on and the AirAsia MOVE app. To double the celebration, all AirAsia guests can enjoy an exclusive promotion of up to 45%** off checked baggage when booking their flights, making their journey even more rewarding. As Türkiye's largest city and economic powerhouse, Istanbul is a captivating destination that offers opportunities to travellers from all walks of life. From iconic landmarks like the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace, to the lively Grand Bazaar and Spice Market, the city is a treasure trove of history and vibrant local life. Flight Schedule between Kuala Lumpur [KUL] and Istanbul (Sabiha) [SAW]: *The promotional all-in fares are quoted for one-way travel only on a first-come first-served basis. The fares include passenger service charge, regulatory service charges, fuel surcharges, and other applicable fees. Other terms and conditions apply. The subsequent economy fares will start from RM799 all-in one way. **Valid only for purchase during initial flight booking via AirAsia MOVE app, subject to availability. Other terms and conditions apply.
Barnama
31-07-2025
- Business
- Barnama
Capital A, AirAsia X Agree To Extend AAAGL, AAB Cut Off Date To Aug 31
KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 (Bernama) -- Capital A Bhd and AirAsia X Bhd (AAX) have mutually agreed to further extend the AirAsia Aviation Group Ltd (AAAGL) and AirAsia Bhd's (AAB) cut-off date under both companies' share sale and purchase agreements (SSPAs), respectively, from July 31, 2025 until Aug 31, 2025 or such other date as mutually agreed. The extension is for Capital A and AAX to satisfy the remaining AAAGL and AAB conditions precedent. 'This is to allow additional time for the Capital A and AAX to, among others, obtain the approval and/or consent of the relevant authorities, financiers/lenders and/or third parties as well as for AAX to finalise the definitive terms with the identified investors in relation to AAX's proposed pre-completion private placement exercise,' the companies said in a filing with Bursa Malaysia.
