Significant enhancement reinforces MAG’s offerings

7 September 2025

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) today announced significant enhancements to its network and product offerings, reinforcing the Group's growth strategy and commitment to delivering greater connectivity and elevated travel experiences across its airlines. With new routes, increased frequencies, and innovative in-flight dining options, MAG continues to build momentum as it strengthens its regional presence while charting Malaysia Airlines' journey towards becoming one of the world’s Top 10 global airlines by 2030.

Malaysia Airlines will commence daily flights between Kuala Lumpur and Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) from 9 January 2026, bringing the airline’s network in Greater China to seven destinations. This expansion reinforces its presence in one of the region’s fastest-growing markets for both business and leisure travel. Currently, the airline operates flights to Beijing (PKX), Shanghai (PVG), Guangzhou (CAN), Xiamen (XMN), Hong Kong (HKG), and Taipei (TPE).

Meanwhile, Firefly will launch new jet services to Krabi (KBV), Siem Reap (SAI), and Cebu (CEB) from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) Terminal 1 from November 2025 onwards. These additions strengthen Firefly’s role in enhancing regional connectivity, providing travellers with seamless access to popular destinations across ASEAN, whilst supporting both tourism and business travel.

Datuk Captain Izham Ismail, Group Managing Director of Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG), stated, “With these new routes and expanded frequencies, MAG is reinforcing its position as the gateway to Asia and beyond, making it easier for travellers to discover top destinations across the region and further afield.

At the same time, we remain committed to delivering a premium in-flight experience that reflects our Malaysian Hospitality. Innovations such as our new vegetarian satay are just one example of how we continue to innovate whilst staying true to our heritage, offering more variety to meet evolving customer expectations.

Through the networks we are expanding, the products we are enhancing, and the dedicated people behind these efforts, Malaysia Aviation Group is ready to face the future with confidence and deliver value for our customers and our nation.”

In line with its network expansion, Malaysia Airlines has introduced a vegetarian satay made from tender Lion’s Mane mushroom, available to Business Suite and Business Class passengers on selected routes. Infused with the airline’s signature marinade and served with cucumber and raw onion, this plant-based dish offers the same rich flavour as traditional satay whilst providing a wholesome alternative for vegetarian travellers.

In addition to new routes, both Malaysia Airlines and Firefly will increase frequencies across their networks from October 2025. Malaysia Airlines is adding more services to Australia, New Zealand, China, India, the Maldives, and Bangladesh, while Firefly is boosting domestic and regional connectivity to Singapore, Kota Kinabalu, Kuching, Penang, and Johor Bahru. These enhancements provide travellers with greater choice and flexibility, supporting tourism, trade, and stronger people-to-people links across Asia and beyond.

These network expansions are supported by MAG’s ongoing fleet modernisation strategy. The introduction of the A330neo on select Australia and New Zealand routes marks a significant step forward, offering state-of-the-art comfort, improved fuel efficiency, and an elevated in-flight experience. By the first quarter of 2026, Malaysia Airlines will operate the youngest widebody fleet into Australasia, a milestone that underscores the Group’s sustainability agenda and its commitment to delivering service excellence with the signature warmth of Malaysian Hospitality.

As the returning Official Airline Partner and Premier Sponsor of MATTA Fair 2025, MAG is transforming this September’s edition into its most dynamic showcase yet through the MAG Arena, which reimagines over 70 booths into a futuristic travel experience.

Building on the success of April’s event, the MAG Arena will highlight Malaysia Airlines’ and Firefly’s networks and cabin products, alongside cutting-edge digital innovations including AI-powered hospitality, exclusive meet-and-greet sessions with global and local sports icons, and special offers for visitors throughout the three-day fair held at MITEC Kuala Lumpur.