SEPANG, September 11, 2024 -- *All fares are quoted for one way travel only, inclusive of airport taxes, MAVCOM fee, fuel surcharges, and other applicable fees. Other terms and conditions apply.
AirAsia continues to strengthen its regional presence with the launch of a new route from Kota Kinabalu to Ho Chi Minh City starting 3 December 2024.
Ho Chi Minh City marks the airline’s 16th international destination operated by AirAsia Malaysia (AK) from Kota Kinabalu hub.
The introduction of this new route aligns with the increasing number of direct flights between Malaysia and Vietnam, supporting Tourism Malaysia’s goal of attracting 475,000 Vietnamese visitors this year and contributing to the broader objectives of the “Visit Malaysia 2026” campaign, which identifies Vietnam as one of the first-level priority markets.
At a glance
- Company
- AirAsia
- Announcement
- Expansion
- Location
- Sepang
Key figures
- Starting one-way fare from Kota Kinabalu
- RM199
- Starting one-way fare from Ho Chi Minh City
- VND 1,399,000.00
- Tourism Malaysia target for Vietnamese visitors this year
- 475,000
- International destinations operated by AirAsia Malaysia from Kota Kinabalu
- 16th
Products and programs
To commemorate the launch of the route, AirAsia is rolling out special fares for flights between Kota Kinabalu and Ho Chi Minh City starting from RM199 all-in* one way and from VND 1,399,000.00* all-in one-way from Ho Chi Minh City to Kota Kinabalu. The promotional fares are available from today until 22 September 2024 exclusively on the AirAsia MOVE app (formerly airasia Superapp) or airasia.com for the travel period between 3 December 2024 to 29 March 2025.
Ho Chi Minh City, more popularly known as Saigon, is Vietnam’s vibrant heart, blending old-world charm with modern dynamism. Nestled in the south, this bustling metropolis of over nine million residents is a lively mix of trendy shopping centres, iconic eateries, and hip cafes. Beyond its bustling streets, Saigon pulses with culture and creativity, hosting countless festivals, art shows, and live performances making it a must-visit destination for travellers around the world.
Flight Schedule between Kota Kinabalu (BKI) and Ho Chi Minh City (SGN):
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In brief
AirAsia says it will begin flying between Kota Kinabalu and Ho Chi Minh City on 3 December 2024. The city will be AirAsia Malaysia’s 16th international destination from its Kota Kinabalu hub. To mark the launch, the airline is offering one-way fares from RM199 for travel from Kota Kinabalu and from VND 1,399,000.00 for travel from Ho Chi Minh City. The fares are available for purchase through 22 September 2024 on the AirAsia MOVE app or airasia.com, for travel from 3 December 2024 to 29 March 2025. The company links the route to increased direct air service between Malaysia and Vietnam, and to Tourism Malaysia’s target of attracting 475,000 Vietnamese visitors this year and its Visit Malaysia 2026 campaign.
Key takeaways
- AirAsia plans to launch the Kota Kinabalu–Ho Chi Minh City route on 3 December 2024.
- The airline lists Ho Chi Minh City as its 16th international destination from Kota Kinabalu.
- Promotional one-way fares start at RM199 or VND 1,399,000.00, depending on direction.
- The promotional booking period runs through 22 September 2024 for travel through 29 March 2025.
Earlier from AirAsia
- AirAsia strengthens connectivity from Kota Kinabalu with a new route to Kaohsiung
- AirAsia becomes first international airline flying direct from Kuala Lumpur to Labuan Bajo
- AirAsia celebrates maiden flight from Kota Kinabalu to Manado, the second-largest city in Sulawesi
- AirAsia marks historic return to Subang Airport with inaugural flights to Sabah and Sarawak
- AirAsia enters second half of the year with wider expansion in China
