Malaysia Airlines Launches Direct Flight from Kuala Lumpur to Tokyo Haneda

KLIA, 20 May 2022: Malaysia Airlines (MH) will begin its newest service between Kuala Lumpur and Tokyo Haneda starting 14 August 2022, marking the airline's fourth route to Japan after Kuala Lumpur - Osaka, Kuala Lumpur - Tokyo Narita, and Kota Kinabalu - Tokyo Narita.

The expansion will complement MH's existing Kuala Lumpur – Tokyo Narita operations, allowing for more convenient and flexible itineraries as well as access beyond Kuala Lumpur and Tokyo via the respective international hubs in Japan.

Malaysia Airlines will operate flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and Haneda Airport (HND) via MH36 departing KUL at 2:45 pm and MH37 departing HND at 12:25 am. The twice-weekly service will be operated by A330-300 aircraft, equipped with 290 seats, comprising 27 seats in Business Class, 16 Economy with extra legroom, and 247 seats in Economy Class.

Captain Izham Ismail, Group Chief Executive Officer of Malaysia Airlines said, “As we anticipate a promising development on Japan’s international borders reopening, this timely expansion is set to enhance the connectivity between the ASEAN market and drive a greater traffic recovery between Malaysia and Japan. As the national carrier, we are committed to ensuring that everyone can Fly Confidently with us, guided by exceptional Malaysian Hospitality and a wide range of services and offerings for our customers wherever they fly with us.

This expansion will allow us to tap into new opportunities by operating to Asia’s third-busiest airport and the fourth-busiest airport in the world, stimulating inbound traffic to benefit Malaysian tourism and build stronger multiplier effect across the value chain of the industry.”

Malaysia Airlines is committed to facilitating safe and seamless travels for passengers #FlyConfidently and experiencing a smooth journey underpinned by inimitable Malaysian Hospitality. Malaysia Airlines received a 7-star rating for its extensive COVID-19 health and safety measures from AirlineRatings and is a Travel Safe Alliance Malaysia (TSAM) member.

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