KOTA KINABALU, March 6 – AirAsia Malaysia (flight code AK) celebrates a significant milestone today as it launches its inaugural flight from Kota Kinabalu to Seoul, South Korea, with a 100 percent passenger load factor. This new route, commencing operations on March 4, 2024, with daily frequencies, underscores AirAsia’s commitment to expanding its presence in Sabah, offering a total of 18 routes and 282 weekly flights to and from Kota Kinabalu.
The direct flight not only enhances accessibility between these vibrant destinations but also presents Sabahans with affordable opportunities to explore Seoul’s rich cultural offerings, iconic landmarks, and diverse culinary experiences. The inaugural flight was commemorated with a lively send-off ceremony by AirAsia, Sabah Tourism, and the Korea Tourism Organisation, featuring mascot appearances and merchandise giveaways for guests onboard.
Bo Lingam, Group CEO of AirAsia Aviation Group Limited, expressed delight at the route’s full load and emphasized its significance in boosting tourism and trade sectors while strengthening cultural and economic ties between South Korea and Sabah. To celebrate the inaugural flight, AirAsia offers special promotional fares starting from RM389 all-in* one-way for Sabahans to discover Seoul, available for booking from March 5 to 17, 2024, for travel between March 5 and October 26, 2024, on airasia.com and the AirAsia MOVE app.
