AirAsia X and Ikhlas Com Travel & Umrah Celebrate Successful Launch of First Kuala Lumpur to Madinah Flight, Expanding Saudi Network

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AirAsia X (AAX) proudly marks a significant milestone in affordable Umrah travel with the inaugural flight from Kuala Lumpur to Madinah, Saudi Arabia, in partnership with Ikhlas Com Travel & Umrah Sdn Bhd (ikhlas.com).

Flight D7 786 departed from Kuala Lumpur International Airport Terminal 2 at 3:25 PM on August 4, 2024, and touched down at Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport in Madinah at 7:20 PM local time. The flight carried 243 passengers, achieving an impressive load factor of over 85%.

AirAsia X CEO, Benyamin Ismail said: “Today marks another important milestone for AirAsia X as we proudly launch our inaugural flight to Madinah. This service is not just another addition to our expanding network; it is a vital link that connects our guests to one of the holiest cities in Islam. We are also pleased to once again join hands with ikhlas.com which offers affordable Umrah packages, making the pilgrimage experience accessible to everyone. This partnership embodies our dedication to enriching our guests’ travel experiences, ensuring they can perform their religious duties with ease and comfort. We look forward to bringing together pilgrims from across the region to Madinah with our twice weekly flights starting today.”

Chief Executive Officer of ikhlas.com, Ikhlas Kamarudin said: “We are blessed to return to Madinah, a major Islamic pilgrimage site which is also AAX’s second route to Saudi Arabia after the service resumption of Jeddah in November 2022. With two weekly flights to Madinah, ikhlas.com is able to make it more convenient and affordable for more guests and pilgrims from Malaysia and around the region to perform umrah.

“Our partnership with AAX made it possible for ikhlas.com to cater to the growing demand for budget-friendly yet comprehensive umrah packages as well as from free independent travellers (FIT) who are always on the hunt for affordable fares for more flexibility to explore the hidden gems around the Kingdom while performing the holy pilgrimage.”

The Ikhlas.com Umrah with Johan As’ari group received a complimentary halal Wardah Umrah & Hajj package. This special package includes alcohol and fragrance-free travel-sized toiletries such as Wardah’s Lip Treatment Balm, Hair & Body Cleanser, Face Cleanser, Sunscreen SPF 50 PA+++, Intensive Moisturiser, Anti-Perspirant Deodorant, and a mini spray bottle for Zam Zam Water.

To celebrate the inaugural flight, Ikhlas.com is launching the ‘Sama-Summer Umrah’ promotion, offering discounts of up to RM1,000 for bookings of 4 pax or RM500 for bookings of 2 pax, valid from August 1 to August 31, 2024.

Moreover, guests can choose from a range of affordable Ikhlas.com Umrah packages starting at RM4,990 for Umrah Super Economy, RM6,490 for Umrah Economy, RM7,390 for Umrah Standard, and RM8,090 for Umrah Premium. All packages include return flights with AAX.

Flight Schedule Between Kuala Lumpur and Madinah: