SEPANG: Loongair becomes the latest China’s airline to have Kuala Lumpur as one of its destinations through a direct flight.
It continues to explore its international route map and launched a new direct route from Hangzhou, Zhejiang province to Kuala Lumpur International Airport Terminal 2 with its inaugural flight on Thursday (Feb 1).
The maiden flight was also in conjunction with the 10th year anniversary of the comprehensive establishment of strategic partnership between China and Malaysia and the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations.
"The inaugural ceremony was held at the two airports on the day.
"The new route actively implements China’s Belt and Road Initiative and helps to build up an air bridge between China and Malaysia," the airline said in a statement.
Operating three trips weekly, the flight would take about five hours from the Chinese city to arrive here in Malaysia.
"Loongair's ‘Hangzhou — Kuala Lumpur’ maiden flight, not only has a special interior decoration themed as ‘poetic Jiangnan and dynamic Zhejiang’ and with unique cultural elements of Malaysia, to demonstrate the charm of the two cities, but also prepares a delicate gift for each passenger for the Spring Festival of the Dragon's Year.
"The interests and cultural connections between China and Malaysia are intertwined, and under the framework of the Belt and Road Initiative, economic and trade cooperation between the two countries is becoming increasingly close," it said.
To meet the needs of international students from China and Malaysia, Loongair has also launched "student benefits" products on its international and regional routes.
Passengers who purchase "student benefits" products will receive an additional piece of free checked baggage compared to regular passengers.
"In addition, Loongair has also launched small group products with discounts as low as 8% off for two people forming groups.
"From the aspects of products, services and routes, it comprehensively helps passengers travel smoothly and celebrate a safe and happy Chinese New Year," the airline added.
