Malaysia Airlines started operations in 1937 as Malaya Airways. Malayan Airways was renamed as Malaysia Airlines in November 1963 when Malaysia was formed as a country. It is the national carrier of Malaysia. It operates from its primary hub at Kuala Lumpur International Airport and other subsidiary hubs at Kota Kinabalu International Airport, Kuching International Airport, and Penang International Airport.
The headquarters of the Malaysia Airlines is on the first floor of Administration Building, South Support Zone at Kuala Lumpur International Airport, Sepang.
Malaysia Airlines operates domestic, regional and international flights from its hub at Kuala Lumpur International Airport. It operates to more than 57 destinations across Southeast Asia, North and South Asia, the Middle East, Australia and Europe.
Routes Airline Operates Flights On
Malaysia Airlines has a strong presence in South-East Asia and also serves as a major gateway to Australian and New Zealand via Kuala Lumpur. It flies to over 57 destinations in Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Australia.
| Popular Routes |
Flight Fares ($) |
| New York to Kuala Lumpur |
899 |
| Yangon/Rangoon to Melbourne |
840 |
| New York to Bangkok |
1219 |
| New York to Jakarta |
1099 |
| Auckland to Kuala Lumpur |
754 |
| Melbourne to Hong Kong |
580 |
| Melbourne to Tokyo |
738 |
| Auckland to London |
1322 |
| Auckland to Singapore |
752 |
| London to Tawau |
818 |
| London To Singapore |
646 |
| London to Ho Chi Minh City |
690 |
| London to Kuala Lumpur |
702 |
Malaysia Airlines Fleet
Malaysia Airlines operates a fleet of 75 aircraft including 54 Boeing and 21 Airbus. The livery of the airline is the red and blue Wau Bulan on the aircraft. ?Malaysia Airlines? is also written on the fuselage of the aircraft.
Travel Packages Offered by Malaysia Airlines
Malaysia Airlines offer on its aircraft First, Business and Economy Class Cabin.
First Class travellers can enjoy extra baggage allowance, priority check-in, and bed tuck-in service.
Enrich is the frequent flyer program of Malaysia Airlines and travellers can earn and redeem miles through flights, hotels and shopping. The 3 tiers of the program are Silver, Gold and Platinum.
Services offered by Malaysia Airlines
Lounges
Malaysia Airlines Golden lounges at international airports are accessible to travellers.
Dining
Malaysia Airlines provides in-flight dining to First and Business class passengers. Pre-request meal options by booking in advance with the Chef-on-call menu. Travellers can also order special meals such as medical, vegetarian, children, and religious meals. All booking must be made at least 24 hours before flight departure.
In-flight entertainment
The in-flight entertainment System called select provides is accessible to travellers to watch movies, listen to music, play games and generally get entertained for the trip duration. The availability of In-flight Entertainment System depends on the routes and availability. Malaysia Airline?s in-flight magazine is known as Going Places.
Passengers with disability
Special passengers who require help with mobility, sight, and stretcher during flight and particularly with seating can request for such services. Malaysia Airlines provide on-ground and in-flight support services to incapacitated passengers.
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Flying with Children
Pregnant women
Expectant women above the 28th week of gestation must contact their doctor or gynaecologist for a flight medical clearance.
Infants/Children
Only 1 infant younger than 2 years is allowed to be lapped by an accompanying adult. Infants less than 8 days old are not allowed for flights on Malaysia Airlines. 10kg max free baggage allowance including a bassinet or carrycot is allowed.
Unaccompanied Minors Service
Children between the ages of 5 and 15 travelling alone must use the Unaccompanied Minor Service. The service must be requested during flight booking.
Flying with Pets
Domestic pets such as dogs, cats and fishes are accepted for flights as checked-baggage and charged as special excess baggage. Animals accepted for carriage must be 8 weeks old and place in a comfortable and leak proof container.
Malaysia Airlines only carry pets in the cargo to London, Hong Kong, Auckland, Bandar Seri Begawan and all Australian destinations.
Snub-nosed dogs and cats are not carried on all Malaysia Airlines flights.
Guide dogs for a sight or hearing impaired passengers are carried free of charge in addition to the free baggage allowance.
Cargo Delivery
Malaysia Airlines Cargo (MASKargo) is a subsidiary of Malaysia Airlines providing cargo transportation services across its freighter network.
MASKargo transports general cargo, express cargo, valuables, perishables, human remains, live animals, dangerous goods, pharmaceuticals and cargo requiring high-security to different destinations in Asia, Europe, the Middle East and Australia.
Terms and Check-In Policy
Check-In
Check-in counter closes 60 minutes before flight departure. Closure of departure or boarding gate closes 20 minutes to flight departure.
Enrich Platinum/Gold/Silver and First/Business Class passengers can enjoy check-in privileges through the 24-hour call centre.
Mobile & Web Check-In
Online check-in starts from 48 hours until 90 minutes before flight departure.
Self-service kiosk
Self-service kiosks are open from 48 hours until 60 minutes before flight departure. Self-check-in is compulsory for all Economy Class Passengers flying with Malaysia Airlines out of Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
Baggage
Total allowed checked baggage dimension is 158cm, while hand baggage dimension is 115cm. Each single piece of checked baggage must not exceed 32kg. Passengers can check-in as much bag as possible as long as the total weight doesn?t exceed the free baggage allowance in each cabin class.
Baggage Allowance
First Class-50kg; 2 pieces of hand luggage, 14kg max.
Business Class-40kg; 2 pieces of hand luggage, 14kg max.
Economy Class-30kg; 1 piece of hand luggage, 7kg max.
Members of the Enrich flyer program can enjoy additional checked baggage allowance.
Special Baggage
Malaysia Airlines accepts sports equipment and musical instruments on its flights as part of the checked baggage. Excess baggage charge will be incurred if baggage is overweight.
Damaged/Lost/Delayed Baggage
Travellers should immediately report to a Malaysia Airlines Representative at the Baggage claim office within 24 hours of arrival.
