AirAsia, a leading budget airline in Asia, announces the launch of its new Cambodian division in May. With the launch of AirAsia Cambodia and the introduction of three domestic routes, the airline is strengthening its regional network. The new subsidiary, which will launch with two Airbus A320s, will connect key Cambodian cities to the expanded AirAsia hub.
Thai AirAsia, a subsidiary of the Malaysian low-cost airline AirAsia, is one of the most popular budget airlines in Thailand. Known for its low fares, Thai AirAsia focuses on offering affordable flights within Thailand and to nearby destinations.
Tony Fernandes, CEO of the AirAsia Group, is calling on governments to stop overreacting to the arrival of the new Omicron variant and instead focus on reducing the cost of PCR testing.
Budget airline AirAsia is launching a “#FlyRuaRuaPas” to promote domestic flights from April 1. For 3.599 Thai baht (excluding VAT), travelers with the pass can fly on any domestic route within Thailand (from April 1 to December 16, 2021).
AirAisia buys 23 billion worth of aircraft from Airbus
As it now seems, the European aircraft manufacturer Airbus has won a large order. AirAsia seems to want to order a catalog value of $ 23 billion worth of planes.
I want to book a flight (one way) from Chiang Mai to Pattaya (U-Tapao) for the month of November. I have the most experience with AirAsia, which I think is a great airline. But now the flight hours do not seem opportune to me and I found Thai Lion Air's flight schedule better. Does anyone have experience with this low budget airline?
AirAsia considers base in Myanmar
AirAsia is considering starting a subsidiary in Myanmar. The popular Asian budget airline is in talks with a local party for this. That says AirAsia CEO Tony Fernandes.
Price fighter AirAsia also has China in mind
The well-known low-cost carrier AirAsia wants a subsidiary in China. The company already has subsidiaries in Thailand, Indonesia, India, Japan and the Philippines. It is looking for local partners to serve the Chinese market.
Leap Year Sale AirAsia: airfare offers from 290 baht
It's on sale at AirAsia so make your move now. Both domestic and regional flights are heavily discounted. You can already book a ticket to Buri Ram or Loei for 290 baht.
Technical and human failure in AirAsia crash in Java Sea
Technical and human failure led to the crash of an Indonesian Airbus A320 operated by Air Asia at the end of last year. All 162 people on board were killed in the accident. This is what the Indonesian researchers have concluded.
AirAsia adds four new routes from U-tapao airport
Thai AirAsia added four new routes from U-tapao airport to the network last Friday, a record in the history of Thai aviation.
One million more Chinese to Pattaya!
The city of Pattaya expects that a million more Chinese tourists will visit the Thai resort every year. That ruling is based on a commitment by AisAsia to operate two new direct routes from U-Tapao to Nan Ning and Nan Xang.
AirAsia dumps fuel surcharge
Southeast Asia's largest low-cost airline, AirAsia, is ending fuel surcharges on airline tickets passengers have to pay in response to the drop in global oil prices.
Reader question: Is it wise to fly with AirAsia?
We intend to fly from Bangkok to Mandalay in Myanmar on January 27 with Air Asia. We had this intention for some time, but we have not yet definitively booked a flight. Now we wonder if it is wise to book a flight with Air Asia, given the current problems with their flight license?
The fear is good for air passengers. At the airport of Surabaya in Indonesia, dozens of passengers left an AirAsia aircraft just before departure. They did not dare to continue after a loud bang on board.
News from Thailand – January 4, 2015
A selection of today's most important Thai news, including:
– Did AirAsia have permission to fly on Sunday?
– New conflict Thailand – Cambodia threatens, now for oil and gas.
– Third death from cold in Northern Thailand.
– Air traffic in Thailand is in serious danger from lanterns.
– Thai police want to tackle international gangs harder.
Search for AirAsia aircraft resumed
The search for the missing AirAisia aircraft resumed early this morning. Indonesia has deployed twelve naval vessels, five aircraft and three helicopters in the search for the missing AirAsia plane. Singapore, Australia and Malaysia also supply equipment. The US has offered help.
AirAsia plane missing in Indonesia
A plane from low-cost airline AirAsia has gone missing in Indonesia. On board flight QZ8501 are 155 passengers and 7 crew members.
AirAsia is expanding its network in Thailand in 2015 with three new destinations. You can soon fly from Don Mueang to Nan, Loei and Roi Et.
'Fly unlimited through Southeast Asia with AirAsia for € 120'
AirAsia has announced that it will be launching a special promotion next month (media January 2015): unlimited flights within Southeast Asia for € 120. Taxes will be added on top of that, but it is nevertheless still a lucrative deal.
News from Thailand – October 17, 2014
Today in News from Thailand:
• More fighting between students; classes are suspended
• Illegal eateries at water reservoir will be demolished
• Moorings in Ayutthaya cause dust, smell and noise
AirAisia Big Sale: 'Free' flights to destinations in Thailand
A nice stunt from AirAisa, during the Big Sale you can fly to destinations in Thailand for 0 baht. All you have to pay are costs and taxes, which amounts to 100 baht (€ 2,30) for a one-way trip to Phitsanulok, Udon Thani or Ubon Ratchathani.