MAS, Saudi airline unveil code-share pact

MAS group CEO Capt Izham Ismail said the partnership will strengthen the carrier’s presence in Saudi Arabia and build upon the strong relationship between the two companies.

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia Airlines (MAS) and Saudi Airlines (Saudia) have entered into a code-share agreement, offering passengers more destinations, travel options, seamless connections and signature hospitality services via flights of the two carriers, beginning Dec 15.

In a joint statement, the airlines said subject to regulatory approval, MAS’ MH flight code would be added to several Saudia’s flights, with departures from Kuala Lumpur to Jeddah and Riyadh, as well as flights between the cities to Madinah and Cairo.