(MENAFN- The Peninsula) DOHA: Qatar Airways (QA) has teamed up with Malaysian-based Malindo Air to offer passengers seamless travel and greater connectivity when travelling between Southeast Asia and over 100 destinations in QA";s network. The enhanced connectivity is coupled with the convenience of a single reservation across both airlines"; networks, thanks to a new interline agreement that took effect on July 8.
The partnership allows QA passengers to tap into Malindo Air";s growing short-haul regional network that serves 40 cities in 12 countries, including 13 airports in Malaysia.
Malindo Air passengers travelling from cities such as Langkawi, Penang, Kota Kinabalu, Johor Bahru and Kuching can easily book interline itineraries using one of QA";s thrice-daily flights departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport and seamlessly connecting to over 100 destinations within the QA";s global network.
QA Group Chief Executive Akbar Al Baker said: 'By partnering with carriers such as Malindo Air, QA is able to expand its regional footprint and continue to drive passenger growth on our Malaysia route and within the Asean region. We take pride in being a global connector and with this deal, Malindo Air passengers will find it easier to travel to new leisure and business destinations in QA";s expansive network while enjoying the high-quality service we are known for. Many of Malindo Air";s regional destinations are also within easy reach of QA passengers, providing greater ease of travel for those travelling to these cities.”
Malindo Air CEO Chandran Rama Muthy said: 'We are delighted to partner QA, renowned for its aviation excellence and on board hospitality. The deal will further enhance Malindo Air";s reach beyond Kuala Lumpur International Airport to all destinations served by QA. Malindo Air is able to bring our passengers further, with onward flights connecting passengers to over 100 global destinations through Hamad International Airport.”
The Peninsula