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> AirAsia adds two direct international flights to Sarawak route
017 went out with a bang for AirAsia with the introduction of two additional flights into Sarawak – from Shenzhen to Kuching and Singapore to Bintulu.
The inaugural direct ShenzhenKuching flight, which arrived at the Kuching International Airport just before 8am on Dec 27, was greeted with bursts of water from a “water cannon” at the parking bay area. A ceremonious Sarawakian welcome ensued for the passengers.
Passengers on the maiden Singapore-Bintulu flight, which touched down at 11am the same day, were greeted with no less warmth and celebration.
Passengers on both flights were led by an entourage top government officials and AirAsia Berhad head honchos. continuous support from the Sarawak state government and tourism authorities.
Meanwhile, in expressing his gratitude to AirAsia for the new routes, Sarawak Tourism Board chairman Datuk Abdul Wahab Aziz said, “they augur well for the development of the tourism industry in Sarawak, and we hope and look forward to more international connectivity in the years to come”. airline flies to three destinations, namely, Singapore, Kuching and Kuala Lumpur.
For more information, activities and promotions of the world’s best low-cost airline, which was recognised as the leading airline operator by the Sarawak state government in 2017 (at the Sarawak Hornbill Tourism Award 2015/2016), visit AirAsia on Twitter or Facebook.