AirAsia X launches Gold Coast-Auckland route

AirAsia X launches Gold Coast-Auckland route
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AirAsia X has confirmed it will operate a new service from the Gold Coast to Auckland from March 22, with tickets to go on sale tomorrow.

“We’re delighted to launch this service and bring added competition to this popular route across the Tasman and provide another low cost travel option,” chief executive Benyamin Ismail said.

“The Gold Coast was AirAsia X’s inaugural route from Malaysia and has been well supported by our Australian and international guests.

“We’re also delighted to offer New Zealand as an exciting destination for travellers looking to enjoy the many unique experiences which New Zealand offers.”

The new service will also connect New Zealanders to the low cost carrier’s network of more than 100 destinations.

AirAsia X commercial manager Australia and New Zealand Russell Hole said the Gold Coast is “perfectly situated” to allow convenient travel between its Asian network from Kuala Lumpur and New Zealand.

“Two flight arrivals each day reinforces the Gold Coast’s importance to our network and continues to open up travel opportunities in this region,” he said.

Meanwhile, Gold Coast Airport chief operating officer Marion Charlton pointed to the new service as a further sign of AirAsia X’s commitment to the South East Queensland and Northern New South Wales regions.

“The Gold Coast community are familiar with AirAsia X and the variety of destinations they offer by flying via Kuala Lumpur, as such, we are confident this route will perform strongly both from an inbound and outbound perspective,” she said.

An Airbus A330-300 aircraft will operate the route with a seating capacity of 377 in the airline’s standard configuration of 365 economy seats and 12 premium flatbed seats.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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