AIRASIA X’s NEW DESTINATION, KATHMANDU

AIRASIA X’s NEW DESTINATION, KATHMANDU IS NOW AVAILABLE FOR SALE ON AIRASIA.COM

 

2 Flights Weekly Service from as Low as RM 399*

 

SEPANG, 10 JULY 2012 – The leading long-haul, low fare affiliate of the AirAsia Group, AirAsia X is now opening the route for bookings online on airasia.com. The flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu, Nepal will offer guests the opportunity to discover the historical and picturesque Himalayan capital.

The promotional fares from as low as RM 399* from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu, Nepal are  available online from today until sold out, for the travel period from 1^st September to 22 May, 2013. For more details, log on to www.airasia.com.

The service which commenced on 3^rd July, 2012 from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu was initially launched for sale via selected sales agents in Malaysia and Kathmandu. The airline is opening the route for online bookings in response to encouraging feedback and demand from its guests in its markets.

Azran Osman-Rani, CEO of AirAsia X said, “We see a strong tourism potential for the Kuala Lumpur to Nepal route and vice versa which has lead to our decision to start selling our flights online. This is proven with our 100% load factor during our inaugural flight from Kathmandu to Kuala Lumpur on 3^rd July.

“Our flight into Nepal will foster new business travellers between South East Asia and Nepal. We see strong feeder traffic between the two countries and our goal has always been to make international travel affordable for everyone. In the near future, we are also looking at increasing our flight frequencies from Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu. Now, guests from Nepal will have the opportunity to travel to our strong network across South East Asia and beyond.”

Kathmandu, Nepal is a land of history, artistry and religion which is filled with its historical temples, buildings and art galleries. For those who enjoy the thrills and spills, come embark on an adventurous trip where white water rafting, camping or even bungee jumping are popular. Alternatively, guests may also admire the natural beauty of the surrounding mountains at The Valley Hills Station which is located 30km away from Kathmandu city.

AirAsia X was the first long-haul, low fare carrier to introduce Flatbed seats, which have standard business class specifications of 20” width, 60” pitch and stretch out to 77” in full recline position.

The Premium flatbeds feature universal power sockets, adjustable headrests and built-in personal utilities such as tray table, drink holder, reading light and privacy screen. Premium seat guests also enjoy premium complimentary products and services including Pick A Seat, Priority Check-in, Priority Boarding, Priority Baggage, 20kg Baggage Allowance, Complimentary Meal and Pillow & Blanket.

 

AirAsia was named World’s Best Low Cost Airline in the annual World Airline Survey by Skytrax for three consecutive years in 2009, 2010 and 2011. AirAsia X was also awarded the Airbus Top Operational Excellence Award 2010-2011, for being the world's best Airbus A330-300 operator (small fleet category) excelling in operations, maintenance and safety systems.

 

*Promo Fares include airport taxes and fees.

Flights and fares are subject to availability and are for one way travel only.

Promo Fares are limited and not available on all flights/days or at peak periods.

 

FLIGHT SCHEDULE FOR KUALA LUMPUR- KATHMANDU, NEPAL

Flights From	Departure/ Arrival	Flight No.	Frequency
Kuala Lumpur to Kathmandu	11:45/14:00	D7 192	2,4
Kathmandu to Kuala Lumpur	15:30/22:25	D7 193	2,4

• 2- Tuesday, 4- Thursday

 

Flights between 3^rd July and 31^st August 2012 are ONLY for guests who purchased via selected sales agents in Malaysia and Nepal.

Flights are available for online bookings for travel only from 1^st September 2012 onwards.

For more information and bookings, please visit www.airasia.com.