Starting on 20 October 2022, AirAsia Malaysia (AK) will launch a new direct route connecting Penang to Bali (Denpasar).
Penang is set to welcome more regional tourists for the end of the year season.
The twice-weekly flight will add to AirAsia Malaysia’s vast frequency in Penang, with 156 flights weekly.
Penang is AirAsia’s second biggest hub in Malaysia after Kuala Lumpur, with the most international flight frequencies.
As a celebration of the announcement, AirAsia will offer affordable fares between Bali and Penang from RM159 all-in* one way starting today until 16 October 2022
The cheap flights are for the travel period between 20 October 2022 and 25 March 2023.
The new route was commemorated today by His Excellency Mr. Bambang Suharto, the Consul General of the Republic of Indonesia in Penang, together with YB Yeoh Soon Hin, Penang State EXCO for Tourism and Creative Economy (PETACE); Ooi Chok Yan, CEO of Penang Global Tourism (PGT); and Liyana Mahizzan, Head of Commercial AirAsia Malaysia at Komtar, Penang.
(From left) His Excellency Mr. Bambang Suharto, the Consul General of the Republic of Indonesia in Penang; YB Yeoh Soon Hin, Penang state EXCO for Tourism and Creative Economy; Liyana Mahizzan, Head of Commercial AirAsia Malaysia; a Photo Caption: (From left) His Excellency Mr. Bambang Suharto, the Consul General of the Republic of Indonesia in Penang; YB Yeoh Soon Hin, Penang state EXCO for Tourism and Creative Economy; Liyana Mahizzan, Head of Commercial AirAsia Malaysia.
Riad Asmat, CEO of AirAsia Malaysia, said:
“Today’s announcement is a testament to our commitment to elevate Penang as a preferred tourism destination in the region following the signing of the memorandum of collaboration (MOC) with PGT last August.
As this is an exciting time to travel, and not only will this new direct route offer a seamless journey for our guests, but it will also boost regional inbound tourism and support the local economy in both countries.
This is what we do best – empowering local people and community well-being by stimulating air travel and driving tourism.
“Penang plays an important role in our growth, and as a key player with the biggest market share of 50% as a group, we will continue to expand our services into the state in the future.
Moreover, with 92 city pairings via our Fly-Thru service to Penang, we look forward to flying more travelers to the Pearl of the Orient in the future.”
YB Yeoh Soon Hin, Penang State EXCO for Tourism and Creative Economy, said,
“We are thrilled that AirAsia is launching a new international direct route connecting the region closer to Penang.
As this is the first-ever direct route from Bali to Penang – we look forward to introducing Penang to the regional tourists visiting Bali. Many want to discover the “7 World Wonders of Penang,”
We believe this will be another key international route to Penang, and we applaud AirAsia’s continued effort to make Penang a destination of choice for many regional travelers.”
Fly direct from Penang to Bali (Denpasar) 2X Weekly
AirAsia Flights
AirAsia Malaysia (AK) operates 156 flights weekly via nine routes
- Penang from Kuala Lumpur (49x weekly)
- Johor Bahru (28x weekly)
- Kota Kinabalu (14x weekly)
- Kuching (14x weekly)
- Langkawi (21x weekly)
- Singapore (21x weekly)
- Ho Chi Minh City (4 x weekly)
- Jakarta (3x weekly)
- Bali (2x weekly).
Flight schedule between Penang to Bali (Denpasar)
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Source: AirAsia boosts regional inbound tourism in Penang with a new direct route from Bali.
