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AirAsia X, the Malaysian-based long-haul low-cost airline
is to launch direct flights between Kuala Lumpur and Hangzhou, China, with five
return flights per week beginning 4th February 2008. The latest service is the airline’s second long-haul destination after Gold Coast, Australia which was launched in November last year.
Famed for its natural beauty and considered by many to be the most beautiful city in China, Hangzhou - the capital of the Zhejiang province
is situated just 180 km outside of Shanghai. It is one of South East China’s main economic and transportation hubs and one of China’s most
important tourist destinations, which is evident from the 1.5 million foreign visitor arrivals recorded in 2007.
AirAsia X will offer
fares starting from RM99.99 or CNY199.99 for
one way travel to Hangzhou from Kuala Lumpur. This special promotional fare
is available until 20 January 2008 for the travel period between 4 February 2008
and 28 March 2008. The fare quoted excludes airport taxes, surcharges and
fees etc.
Azran Osman-Rani, CEO AirAsia X, said “As one of China’s most prosperous and economically significant cities, it is a strategic addition to
the AirAsia X network. Given its popularity among customers from our existing AirAsia and AirAsia X destinations, we are confident that
there will be solid demand for the Hangzhou route, which serves the Zhejiang province and the neighbouring Greater Shanghai
metropolitan .... Hangzhou is the gateway to major cities like Shanghai and
Suzhou. It is also as an ideal destination for a scenic holiday, a place for tea and nature lovers and also a metropolitan city at the same time. We also look forward
to welcoming people from Hangzhou to visit Kuala Lumpur, home to one of the tallest skyscrapers in the word, the Petronas Twin Towers,
premier shopping complexes, magnificent outdoor parks and varied entertainment outlets. Our country is also well-known for its beautiful
beaches, delectable cuisine and unique cultural heritage.”
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