AirAsia X Berhad, a Malaysia-based long-haul budget carrier, is set to launch flights to two new destinations - Colombo (Sri Lanka) and Male (Maldives).

AirAsia X will commence its first of four weekly flights into Bandaranaike International Airport, Colombo and Ibrahim Nasir International Airport, Male from Kuala Lumpur on September 28.

Azran Osman-Rani, CEO of AirAsia X said: “Guests may opt to hop on our flights to Sri Lanka, or continue on to Maldives or fly direct to Maldives and vice versa from the Kuala Lumpur hub. We are confident that these two new routes will stimulate new travel demand and boost tourism and business potential for us and the two countries.”

AirAsia X was the first long-haul, low fare carrier to introduce premium flatbed seats, which have standard business class specifications and features universal power sockets, adjustable headrests and built-in personal utilities such as tray table, drink holder, reading light and privacy screen.

Premium seat guests also enjoy premium complimentary products and services including Pick A Seat, Priority Check-in, Priority Boarding, Priority Baggage, 25kg Baggage Allowance, Complimentary Meal, and Pillow and Duvet. - TradeArabia News Service