Expanding Connectivity With New Routes to Drive Growth

Malaysia Airports continues to strengthen its international connectivity with the introduction of new airline routes in February 2025. China Southern Airlines (CZ) launched a new service connecting Urumqi (URC) to Kuala Lumpur (KUL) via Guangzhou (CAN). Operating twice-weekly with a Boeing B737-8, CZ is the sole carrier on this route, offering fresh opportunities for trade, tourism, and cultural exchange between northwestern China and Malaysia.

In addition, China Eastern Airlines (MU) also commenced a new daily service from Xi’an (XIY) to KUL via Kunming (KMG) using the Airbus A320. With the introduction of this new service, China Eastern Airlines joins AirAsia X (D7) as the second carrier to operate flights to Xi’an, providing travellers with greater flexibility and convenience.

According to the Managing Director of Malaysia Airports, Mohd Izani Ghani, "The addition of these flight services reflects our ongoing commitment to expand connectivity and enhance travel options for passengers. This is aligned with our new shareholder’s focus on expanding connectivity to drive growth. Such efforts are crucial in strengthening Malaysia’s position as a regional hub and supporting the country’s preparation for Visit Malaysia Year 2026.”

In February 2025, Malaysia Airports recorded 8.3 million passengers across its airports nationwide. This comprised 4.3 million international and 4 million domestic passengers. Including its Turkish airport, Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW), Malaysia Airports handled a total of 11.6 million passengers in February 2025.

At SAW, passenger traffic remained steady in February 2025, with a total of 3.3 million passengers. International traffic led with 2 million passengers, while domestic traffic reached 1.3 million, reflecting continued demand for local travel within Türkiye.

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