AirAsia starts new direct route from HCM City–Penang

Thursday, Nov 05, 2015 15:31

AirAsia is offering base fares from as low as US$15 one way for the new HCM City – Penang flight until November 8. — VNS Photo AP

HCM CITY – AirAsia, the world's best low-cost airline for seven consecutive years, will launch a direct air route linking HCM City to the airline's international hub, Penang, Malaysia on January 25.

The HCM City - Penang route will have four weekly flights on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday.

The airline is offering a discount on tickets booked from now to November 8, with base fares from as low as US$15 one-way. The promotional fares are for the travel period from January 25 to October 29, 2016.

Spencer Lee, head of Commercial for AirAsia Berhad, said: "We strive to continue bringing Malaysia closer to our neighbouring cities by connecting more dots within the Asean region. Penang is one of our important hubs, and we recognise its great tourism potential and this new direct flight from HCM City to Penang signifies our commitment in establishing enhanced connectivity for people from both cities."

AirAsia also flies direct to HCM City from Kuala Lumpur with five daily flights and three weekly flights from Johor Bahru. — VNS

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