AirAsia launches new Kuala Lumpur–Palembang and Semarang routes

KUALA LUMPUR: AirAsia Malaysia has launched two new direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Palembang and Semarang, bringing the total number of weekly flights between Malaysia and Indonesia to 188.

In a statement, the carrier said the new routes bring its total Indonesian destinations to 15, making it one of the most connected foreign airlines in the country.

The new routes come as Indonesia targets 16 million international arrivals in 2025, with Malaysia among its top source markets.

Their launch also coincides with the reopening of Palembang and Semarang airports for international flights, making AirAsia the first international carrier to return to both cities.



“This launch reflects our ongoing efforts to serve more cities across Indonesia, especially those that have been underserved. We are proud to return to Palembang and Semarang, and we were among the first to reopen seats to both Palembang and Semarang, reaffirming our commitment to these key destinations, two vibrant cities that deserve a wider audience,” AirAsia Malaysia CEO Datuk Captain Fareh Mazputra said.

“Each new route opens up more opportunities for business, tourism and for people to reconnect. We are also proud to bring them closer to Kuala Lumpur and beyond with convenient, affordable flights. We thank the government and all stakeholders who have supported this milestone.”

AirAsia is offering one-way promotional fares from Kuala Lumpur to Palembang from RM159 and from Palembang to Kuala Lumpur from IDR499,000, for travel between July 17, 2025, and March 28, 2026.

Fares from Kuala Lumpur to Semarang start from RM199, and from Semarang to Kuala Lumpur from IDR799,000, for travel between September 5, 2025, and March 28, 2026.

intro new routes pastu cancel sebab tak dapat sambutan kan

new routes? macam relaunch/reintroduce?

coz i did fly to both destination with AA long time ago, before covid

any airasia trip that have so many unsold seat? even during covid time also fully seat sold flight (with the exception of the seat meant for social distancing) also kena cancel.

when AA flying to urumqi?