AirAsia expands Australian network, launches direct flights from KL to Darwin

AirAsia Malaysia announced its expansion in Australia with the launch of direct flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Darwin International Airport (DRW) in the Northern Territory.

The AirAsia Malaysia (flight code AK) flight to Darwin is scheduled to operate four times weekly starting June 27, 2025.

Darwin is AirAsia Malaysia’s second Australian route. The carrier has been flying to Australia since March 2024, operating flights between Kuala Lumpur and Perth Airport (PER). Meanwhile, its sister airline AirAsia X, offers flights to Melbourne Airport (MEL), Perth, and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD). 

The AirAsia Group (Malaysia and Indonesia), also flies to Perth and Cairns Airport (CNS).

Fly direct from Kuala Lumpur to #Darwin https://t.co/sefVnZ4u6X— AirAsia (@airasia) March 17, 2025 “We welcome this important milestone for AirAsia to reconnect Darwin with the global capital city of Kuala Lumpur.  This will not only improve air accessibility and affordability for Territorians, but will make it easier to invest, visit and do business in the Territory,” said Robyn Cahill OAM , Australian Minister for Trade, Business and Asian Relations.. 

“AirAsia is consistently recognised as amongst the world’s best low-cost airlines, so their decision to invest in Darwin reinforces our bright economic future. Air connectivity is a priority for the Territory, so we will now be focused on working with all airline partners to ensure all flights see strong commercial outcomes,” Cahill added.

“We are thrilled to launch our very first flight to Darwin, creating greater opportunities for both leisure and business travellers to explore one of Australia’s most vibrant and unique destinations. At the same time, we are opening a new gateway to Asia and beyond for ‘Territorians’ in the Top End of Australia,” said Dato’ Captain Fareh Mazputra, CEO of AirAsia Malaysia.

“As adventure travel continues to grow in popularity, we see Darwin as a hidden gem for Malaysians and travellers across Southeast Asia, offering a distinctive experience beyond the usual tourist hotspots. With our seamless Fly-Thru services via Kuala Lumpur, Darwin is now more accessible than ever for travellers from key markets within our network, including Thailand, India, Sri Lanka, the Philippines, China, Cambodia, South Korea, and beyond,” Mazputra continued.

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