AirAsia strengthens Kota Kinabalu hub with new Seoul route

AirAsia reinforces Kota Kinabalu’s position as its second-largest hub in Malaysia by introducing a new route connecting Kota Kinabalu to Seoul (Incheon), South Korea.

Commencing operations on 4 March 2024 with daily frequencies, this strategic move enhances connectivity between the two destinations, catering to both leisure and business travellers.

The expansion adds to AirAsia Malaysia’s robust network, offering a total of 18 routes with 282 weekly flights to/from Kota Kinabalu from March 2024 onwards.

A milestone connection

AirAsia Malaysia CEO, Riad Asmat, expressed excitement about being the first Malaysian airline to directly connect Kota Kinabalu to Seoul.

Emphasising the route’s potential for both leisure and business travellers, Asmat highlighted the affordability and accessibility to two remarkable tourism destinations.

The expansion aligns with AirAsia’s vision of connecting communities, fostering economic growth, and enhancing regional integration.

With nine domestic and nine international destinations, Kota Kinabalu solidifies its status as AirAsia’s second-largest hub in Malaysia.

Exclusive offers for AirAsia travellers

In celebration of the route launch, AirAsia is offering special promotional fares for travellers from Kota Kinabalu to Seoul, with all-inclusive fares starting from RM349 one-way.

This promotional offer is available for booking on the airasia Superapp and the website from today until 24 December 2023.

The travel period for these promotional fares spans from 4 March to 26 October 2024, providing an exclusive opportunity for travellers to explore these two diverse destinations.

AirAsia’s strategic move to connect Kota Kinabalu directly to Seoul reflects the airline’s commitment to enhancing regional connectivity and making travel more accessible.

With Kota Kinabalu emerging as a prominent hub, AirAsia is poised to contribute significantly to the growth of tourism and trade in the region.

Travellers can seize the opportunity to explore the enchanting cultural attractions, scenic beauty, and culinary delights of Kota Kinabalu and Seoul with great value fares, unlocking new horizons in air travel.

*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.