AirAsia X, ikhlas.com expands Saudi network with Kuala Lumpur - Madinah route

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Photo caption: Ikhlas Com Travel & Umrah Sdn Bhd (ikhlas.com) celebrates the inaugural AirAsia X (AAX) flight from Kuala Lumpur to Madinah, Saudi Arabia with over 85% load factor carrying 243 passengers including 51 ikhlas.com Umrah pilgrims.

Ikhlas Com Travel & Umrah Sdn Bhd (ikhlas.com) celebrates a significant milestone for the budget-friendly umrah travel sector today with the inaugural AirAsia X (AAX) flight from Kuala Lumpur to Madinah, Saudi Arabia.

The inaugural flight D7 786 departed from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (Terminal 2) at 3:25PM on 4 August 2024 and landed at Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (Madinah Airport) at 7:20PM (local time) carrying 243 passengers or over 85% load factor.

AirAsia X CEO, Benyamin Ismail said: “Today marks another important milestone for AirAsia X as we proudly launch our inaugural flight to Madinah. This service is not just another addition to our expanding network; it is a vital link that connects our guests to one of the holiest cities in Islam. We are also pleased to once again join hands with ikhlas.com which offers affordable Umrah packages, making the pilgrimage experience accessible to everyone. This partnership embodies our dedication to enriching our guests' travel experiences, ensuring they can perform their religious duties with ease and comfort. We look forward to bringing together pilgrims from across the region to Madinah with our twice weekly flights starting today.”

Chief Executive Officer of ikhlas.com, Ikhlas Kamarudin said: “We are blessed to return to Madinah, a major Islamic pilgrimage site which is also AAX’s second route to Saudi Arabia after the service resumption of Jeddah in November 2022. With two weekly flights to Madinah, ikhlas.com is able to make it more convenient and affordable for more guests and pilgrims from Malaysia and around the region to perform umrah.

“Our partnership with AAX made it possible for ikhlas.com to cater to the growing demand for budget-friendly yet comprehensive umrah packages as well as from free independent travellers (FIT) who are always on the hunt for affordable fares for more flexibility to explore the hidden gems around the Kingdom while performing the holy pilgrimage.”

The ikhlas.com Umrah with Johan As’ari group was provided with complimentary halal Wardah Umrah & Hajj package consisting of alcohol and fragrance free travel sized toiletries including Wardah’s Lip Treatment Balm, Hair & Body Cleanser, Face Cleanser, Sunscreen SPF 50 PA+++, Intensive Moisturiser, Anti-Perspirant Deodorant, and a mini spray bottle for Zam Zam Water.

In celebration of the inaugural flight, ikhlas.com is offering the ‘Sama-Summer Umrah’ promotion with discounts up to RM1,000 for each booking for 4 pax or RM500 discount per booking for 2 pax from 1 until 31 August 2024.

Additionally, guests can book affordable ikhlas.com Umrah packages starting from RM4,990 for Umrah Super Economy; RM6,490 for Umrah Economy; RM7,390 for Umrah Standard or RM8,090 for Umrah Premium. All ikhlas.com Umrah packages include return flights with AAX. For more information on the Umrah package, please refer here.

Flight Schedule between Kuala Lumpur and Madinah:

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