AirAsia X launches flight to Hawaii
AirAsia X launches flight to Hawaii
Osaka, Japan: AirAsia X will expand its flight network across the Pacific with the launch of flights to Honolulu, Hawaii from Kuala Lumpur via Osaka, Japan.
The long-haul, low-cost pioneer will operate a four times weekly service from Osaka to Honolulu, Hawaii starting on June 28, 2017, according to a press release from AirAsia.
To celebrate the launch, AirAsia X will be offering fares from as low as US$119 (JPY 12,900) from February 11 to 26, 2017, for travel from June 28, 2017, to February 6, 2018.
During this offer period, guests wanting to travel in greater comfort can experience AirAsia X's award-winning Premium Flatbed from US$630 (JPY 69,900), which is still one of the lowest fares to Hawaii from Asia.
Present at the press conference on Friday were AirAsia X Berhad CEO Benyamin Ismail, Representative Director and Co-CEO of Kansai Airport Emmanuel Menanteau, Hawaii Tourism Japan Vice President Mitsue Varley, and the incumbent Miss Hawaii Allison Chu.
AirAsia X Group CEO Datuk Kamarudin Meranun said �This is the game-changing destination we have all been waiting for. By connecting North Asia to the US with our world class low fares offering, we will make it possible for those who could only dream of a vacation across the Pacific to take that trip.�
�We wish to thank all relevant authorities and governments for their support. Their vote of confidence made today's unique route launch possible and we will continue to work closely with all parties to ensure we can connect more people through this flagship intercontinental route.�
Hawaii, nicknamed the Paradise of the Pacific, is formed by eight islands located right at the heart of the Pacific Ocean.
Famed for its stunning natural beauty and unique indigenous culture, this tropical paradise is the only US state located in Oceania.
Honolulu, the capital city, located on the most populous island O ahu, is a modern city that boasts island charms, including the world-renowned Waikiki Beach, once the site of vacation homes for the kings and queens of Hawaii.
AirAsi a X is the long-haul, low-cost affiliate carrier of the AirAsia Group that serves 22 destinations across Asia, Australia, New Zealand and the Middle East. AirAsia X operates a core fleet of 30 A330-300s with a seat configuration of 12 Premium Flatbeds and 365 economy seats.
The airline has carried over 19 million guests since beginning operations in 2007. AirAsia X was awarded the World's Best Low-Cost Airline Premium Cabin and Best Low-Cost Airline Premium Seat at the annual Skytrax World Airline Awards for four consecutive years from 2013 to 2016.
