AirAsia Launches New Direct Route from Kota Kinabalu to Manado

AirAsia has announced the launch of a new direct flight route connecting Kota Kinabalu in Sabah, Malaysia, to Manado, Indonesia, starting September 1, 2024. This new route will operate three times a week, enhancing connectivity between these two regions.

The Kota Kinabalu to Manado route marks AirAsia's second route from Sabah to Indonesia, following its existing route to Jakarta. With this addition, AirAsia will now operate a total of 13 international routes with 83 weekly flights from and to Kota Kinabalu starting in September 2024.

To celebrate the launch, AirAsia is offering promotional fares with FREE* Seats available from RM139 one-way from Kota Kinabalu to Manado, and IDR 468,020 one-way from Manado to Kota Kinabalu. These tickets are available for booking on AirAsia MOVE and airasia.com until June 16, 2024, for travel between September 1, 2024, and March 28, 2025.

Manado, the capital city of North Sulawesi, is renowned for its spectacular underwater landscapes and mountain panoramas. The city offers a variety of attractions, including diving at Bunaken Marine Park, known for its vibrant coral reefs and marine life, and trekking up Mount Klabat for breathtaking views. Cultural sites like Ban Hin Kiong Temple and local culinary delights such as Tinutuan porridge further add to Manado's appeal, making it an excellent destination for adventure, culture, and nature enthusiasts alike.

With the new route, AirAsia aims to facilitate easier travel between Sabah and North Sulawesi, boosting tourism and cultural exchange between these vibrant regions.