SEPANG, September 5, 2023 -- *The all-in fare is for one-way travel only including airport tax, MAVCOM fee, fuel surcharge and other applicable fees. Terms and conditions apply.
[Photo caption] The welcoming ceremony was graced by dignitaries from High Commission of India represented by Mr. Aditya Fotedar, Second Secretary, Tourism Malaysia, represented by Mr. Hafiz Hazin, Deputy Director International Promotion Division (Asia/Africa) and Mr Benyamin Ismail, CEO of AirAsia X.
AirAsia X (AAX) welcomed the resumption of its highly anticipated second direct destination in India, from Amritsar to Kuala Lumpur yesterday, connecting the two cities with great value fares.
The welcoming ceremony was graced by dignitaries from High Commission of India represented by Mr. Aditya Fotedar, Second Secretary, and Tourism Malaysia, represented by Mr. Hafiz Hazin, Deputy Director International Promotion Division (Asia/Africa).
The route resumption underlined the importance of fostering closer ties between India and Malaysia through direct air connectivity. Guests landed at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (Terminal 2) were celebrated by limited-edition merchandise giveaway and special Sikh ceremony, symbolising the unity of diverse cultures that the two countries proudly bring together.
At a glance
- Company
- AirAsia X
- Announcement
- Expansion
- Location
- Sepang
Key figures
- Flights per week
- four flights weekly
- Promotional one-way economy fare
- RM409
- Promotional one-way Premium Flatbed fare
- RM1,009
- Booking period ends
- 10 September 2023
- Travel period ends
- 29 Mar 2024
People
- Benyamin IsmailChief Executive Officer of AirAsia X
- Aditya FotedarSecond Secretary, High Commission of India
- Hafiz HazinDeputy Director International Promotion Division (Asia/Africa), Tourism Malaysia
Products and programs
AirAsia X Chief Executive Officer, Benyamin Ismail said: “We are elated to welcome the return of services between Amritsar to Kuala Lumpur. The resumption of this route with four flights weekly comes at a time when both leisure and business travel are on the rebound, showcasing our continued commitment to providing more popular destinations to meet growing demand, alongside great value fares for our guests.
“In addition, guests flying with us will have the advantage of connecting onto their favourite destinations with our Fly-Thru service such as to Bali, Melbourne, Sydney, Gold Coast, Perth and more, seamlessly in one booking. We look forward to reconnecting families, friends, and businesses and to continuing to play a role in fostering economic growth and cultural exchange between the two countries.”
In celebration of the route recommencement, AAX is offering promotional all-in* fare from RM409* one-way for the economy seat and RM1,009* one-way for Premium Flatbed. The promotional fares are available for booking starting today until 10 September 2023, for the travel period between today and 29 Mar 2024.
Flight schedule between Kuala Lumpur (KUL) and Amritsar (ATQ):
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In brief
AirAsia X says it has resumed direct flights between Amritsar and Kuala Lumpur, restoring service between the cities with four flights each week. The airline described the route as its second direct destination in India and said it supports closer connections between India and Malaysia. Passengers arriving in Kuala Lumpur were welcomed with a Sikh ceremony and limited-edition merchandise. AirAsia X CEO Benyamin Ismail said travelers can use the airline’s Fly-Thru service to connect onward to destinations including Bali, Melbourne, Sydney, Gold Coast and Perth. To mark the route’s return, the company is offering one-way promotional fares from RM409 for economy and RM1,009 for Premium Flatbed. Booking is available through September 10, 2023, for travel through March 29, 2024, subject to terms and conditions.
Key takeaways
- AirAsia X resumed direct service between Amritsar and Kuala Lumpur at four flights per week.
- The company is promoting one-way fares from RM409 for economy and RM1,009 for Premium Flatbed.
- Bookings are available through September 10, 2023, for travel through March 29, 2024.
- The airline says passengers can connect onward through its Fly-Thru service.
