MAB Introduces A330 to Hong Kong and Launches Special Promotion

27th Oct 2016

Malaysia Airlines Bhd (MAB) has introduced Airbus A330 aircraft on the Kuala Lumpur-Hong Kong route. In celebration, the carrier has launched a new fare deal today, offering all-in return tickets at RM788 in Economy Class and RM2,088 in Business Class from today until 31st October this year. These tickets can be used for travel from 1st January, ahead of the Chinese Lunar New Year.

MAB has already scheduled flight number MH72 out of Kuala Lumpur International Airport to HK at 8:40 am, which arrives at 12:30 pm, while the return flight MH73 leaves Hong Kong at 2:50 pm and arrives in KL at 6:55 pm.

At the moment, MAB operates three times per day on the KL-HK route, using Boeing B737-800s.

Introducing A330 to the route, Malaysia Airlines Chief Executive Officer Peter Bellew said:

We are excited to be flying the A330 to Hong Kong. By the end of the first quarter of 2017, we will be the only airline to provide the fully flat business class seat on a wide body aircraft for this sector. Our new business class seat is already a hit among our guests and we want to share this experience with our passengers on the Hong Kong route, where more business travellers can benefit from our facilities.

Regarding the upgauging, which is to take effect from 1st January next year, MAB CEO said:

The upgauging affirms our operations to Hong Kong in the long term and allows us to increase our capacity by 80%. Also, subject to passenger demand, we will consider adding a second Kuala Lumpur-Hong Kong service upgrade.

MAB Signs a Deal with Amadeus

Malaysian flag carrier also announced a new deal with Amadeus. The agreement will focus on:

  1. Transforming the airline's passenger service operations
  2. Developing new revenue streams
  3. Revamping the online shopping experience for travellers.

In a statement, Bellew said:

Technology will play an important role in Malaysia Airlines' transformation, and I am confident that Amadeus and its technology will allow us to streamline our operations and deliver the best service to our customers.Amadeus offers a great web booking experience and state-of-the-art mobile applications to suit individual needs so passengers can look forward to a leaner, more agile experience from booking tickets to pre-purchasing excess baggage, meals and managing loyalty points, all at the click of a button.

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