Etihad Airways and Batik Air have signed a new codeshare agreement that will enhance connectivity to five key locations in Malaysia, including the island of Langkawi, Penang, and Kota Kinabalu, gateway to the highest peak in Borneo.
On Tuesday (July 16, 2024), Etihad Airways announced the launch of a new codeshare partnership with Batik Air, which will enhance connectivity to some of the world’s most interesting destinations. With the new codeshare agreement, customers will enjoy seamless connectivity to five destinations in Malaysia, including the stunning Island of Langkawi, the rich cultural and culinary city of Penang, and Kota Kinabalu, the gateway to Borneo’s highest mountain peak. The partnership also provides connectivity to Hanoi and Da Nang in Vietnam, along with Perth, Australia, Medan and Hong Kong.
In Tuesday’s announcement, Etihad Airways’ Chief Revenue and Commercial Officer, Arik De, said,
“This collaboration significantly enhances our codeshare network, offering travellers seamless access to five key destinations in Malaysia, including the idyllic island of Langkawi, the culturally and culinary rich city of Penang, and Kota Kinabalu, the gateway to Borneo’s tallest peak Mount Kinabalu. Equally, we eagerly anticipate extending a warm welcome to customers from Asia visiting our home in Abu Dhabi, experiencing our renowned hospitality, as well as passengers connecting to Etihad’s growing global network in the Middle East, Africa, and Europe via our Abu Dhabi hub.”
Also commenting on the new codeshare partnership, Batik Air Malaysia’s CEO, Datuk Chandran Rama Muthy, added,
“Through this partnership, we aim to welcome visitors globally to explore Malaysia's diverse attractions, alongside destinations across South-East Asia and more. We aim to establish Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) as a transit hub, further enhancing Etihad’s connectivity for its passengers, ensuring a more comprehensive and convenient travel experience. Moreover, this partnership will expand flight choices for Malaysian travellers, offering enhanced travel options to discover new international destinations beyond Abu Dhabi.”
Etihad guests will now enjoy seamless access across eight domestic and international destinations via Batik Air’s Kuala Lumpur (KUL) hub, while enjoying the combined services and networks of both airlines on a single-ticket, as well as baggage checked through to their final destination. The five new domestic destinations in Malaysia include Johor Bahru, Langkawi, Penang, Kota Kinabalu and Tawau, as well as international service to Da Nang and Hanoi in Vietnam, along with Perth, Australia. Currently, Etihad Airways offers double-daily flights between Abu Dhabi and Kuala Lumpur.
Source: Etihad Airways