New Kunming-Johor Bahru Flight Strengthens Southern Connectivity

 

JOHOR BAHRU, 15 December 2025 — Tourism Malaysia warmly welcomed the arrival of the inaugural AirAsia flight AK1381 from Kunming, China, to Johor Bahru at approximately 6:45 AM today, marking a significant milestone in air connectivity between the two regions.

Using an Airbus A320 with a capacity of 180, the new scheduled service operates three times weekly on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday. This direct service is the second route with direct

access to Johor after Guangzhou, providing travellers from Kunming and surrounding regions with convenient access to Johor’s key attractions, including Desaru Coast, LEGOLAND Malaysia and the vibrant city of Johor Bahru.

Passengers on the maiden flight were personally welcomed by Mr. Awang Shawal bin Awang Sulaiman, Regional Deputy Director of Tourism Malaysia (Southern Region), alongside representatives from AirAsia and officials from Senai Airport Terminal Services Sdn. Bhd.

As Kunming stands as a major economic and tourist hub, this direct connection will undoubtedly make Johor and Malaysia a prominent holiday destination. Aligned with the efforts to attract more visitors from the growing and affluent regions in southern and western China, the launch of this direct route by AirAsia is a strategic development of China-Malaysia air connectivity, stimulating visitor arrivals and strengthening the cultural and economic ties between the two nations.

-Tourism Malaysia.