i have taken flights with jetstar, MAS and SIA (only once with airasia which was troubleless)...even budget airline like jetstar compensates with complimentary meals and beverages if they are delayed for few hours (lesser than your 8 hours i remember), and they will arrange for a later flight if you are transiting...i am taking airasia soon...just hope it wouldnt be as bad...now i am reconsidering the plan of taking airasia from hk to kl...><