KUALA LUMPUR, 1 August 2025 — HK Express, Hong Kong’s leading low-cost carrier and a member of the Cathay Pacific Group, celebrated the inaugural launch of its new direct service between Hong Kong and Kuala Lumpur today with the arrival of flight UO716 at Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport, Subang.
Gracing the occasion were Mr. Samuel Lee, Deputy Director General (Promotion II) of Tourism Malaysia, and senior officials from Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad (MAHB). Also onboard the inaugural flight were Ms. Rosita Tsang, Sales Manager of HK Express, along with popular TVB celebrities Mr. Tam Fai Chi and Ms. Che Yuen Yuen. The flight was specially chartered by Wing On Travel, bringing along fans in a celebration of travel and entertainment — a strong testament to the growing appeal of fan-based tourism experiences.
“This new connection reflects the strong and growing tourism ties between Malaysia and Hong Kong and supports our ongoing efforts to position Malaysia as a top travel destination in the region. We are excited to welcome more visitors to explore the rich, diverse experiences that Malaysia has to offer,” said Mr. Samuel Lee.
This new Hong Kong-Kuala Lumpur connection marks HK Express’ second destination in Malaysia, following the success of its Penang route. The airline will now operate daily direct flights between Hong Kong International Airport and Subang Airport, utilizing its modern Airbus A321 aircraft with 182 seats, offering passengers greater convenience and travel flexibility.
The schedule is as follows:
Flight Departure Airport & Time (ETD) Arrival Airport & Time (ETA): UO716 from Hong Kong International Airport at 4.35 PM to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport, Subang (Subang Airport) at 8.30 PM, UO717 from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport, Subang (Subang Airport) at 9.30 PM to Hong Kong International Airport at 1.35 AM (2nd August 2025).
Strategically located just 30 minutes from Kuala Lumpur city centre, Subang Airport offers swift access to major attractions such as the Petronas Twin Towers, Bukit Bintang, and the vibrant food and cultural scenes of the capital. The new route also enhances connectivity for business travellers and regional explorers seeking quick, direct access to Malaysia’s urban and cultural hubs.
The Hong Kong-Kuala Lumpur service is expected to further stimulate bilateral tourism and economic collaboration. It also supports Visit Malaysia 2026 campaign, which targets increased arrivals from strategic markets such as China and Hong Kong. From January to June 2025, Malaysia welcomed 2.17 million visitors from China, a remarkable 35.6g% increase over the same period in 2024, signaling strong market recovery and demand.
HK Express remains committed to making regional travel more
accessible, affordable, and enjoyable. With this new route, the airline not
only enhances its presence in Southeast Asia but also strengthens Malaysia’s
position as a key destination for leisure, culture, and commerce.
-Tourism Malaysia.
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