Malaysia Airlines Expands Economy Class Flexible Fare Options

Malaysia Airlines has expanded its Economy Class flexible fare options to cover its entire network.

Previously limited to domestic, ASEAN and South Asian destinations, passengers can now access the three unique fare options (Lite, Basic, Flex), to all destinations except Malaysia to Japan and Japan to Malaysia, Jeddah and Madinah.

Malaysia Airlines Group Chief Executive Officer Captain Izham Ismail said, “With the world slowly recovering from the brunt of the COVID19 pandemic, and as our passengers begin to travel again, Malaysia Airlines seeks to take them to the skies without the burden of worry, with a truly hassle-free experience. Putting their needs as priority, we took the time to listen and gain invaluable insight to our passengers through extensive feedback, and from there we redesigned, redefined and are proud to introduce our enhanced fare family, providing our dear customers with a comprehensive product that caters to their every need, no matter the nature of their travel.”

All passengers get to enjoy the privileges and services of flying Malaysia’s premier full-service carrier across all fares, with cabin baggage up to 7kg, complimentary snacks/meals and beverages as well as access to the specially curated Malaysia Airlines in-flight-entertainment system.

The Flex Fare includes 35kg of check-in baggage, flexibility of travelling earlier on the day of travel should the opportunity be available, easy to change the flight, priority check-in, boarding and baggage privileges. The Neighbour Free Seat product is now available exclusively for Flex Fare passengers on all flights at 50% off. After their flight, Flex Fare passengers get a 10% discount on their next Economy Flex purchase.

The Basic fare includes 20kg of free check-in baggage and the opportunity to use Enrich Miles for upgrades etc.

The Lite fare is designed for day-trippers, commuters, and business travellers who do not need to check-in baggage.

For passengers travelling on Shuttle-Eligible routes, namely the Kuala Lumpur-Singapore-Kuala Lumpur route, will alternatively have three fare brands, which would be the Lite and Basic fares, in addition to the Shuttle fare.

The Shuttle fare is specially catered to seasoned and regular passengers who make multiple trips on the route and desire more flexibility in their travel plans. Passengers booked on this fare brand will receive all benefits of the Flex brand fare and more, with a check-in baggage of up to 35kg as well as priority check-in at dedicated counters.

Passengers are reminded to check entry, transit and exit requirements before they book their trip.

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