Direct flights to Hanoi and Phuket from July 1

The routes will benefit the tourism sectors of Malaysia, Vietnam and Thailand, says Lee.

ADDING to the array of direct flights offered by budget airline AirAsia, Penangites can now enjoy flights to Hanoi in Vietnam, and Phuket in Thailand, starting July 1.

AirAsia Malaysia head of commercial Spencer Lee said the direct flights to Hanoi and Phuket are the airline’s ninth and 10th route from the island.