Kuala Lumpur–Trivandrum Service by Malaysia Airlines to Operate Daily Starting December 2025
(IN SHORT) Malaysia Airlines will boost its Kuala Lumpur–Trivandrum service to five weekly flights from 12 September 2025, with daily operations launching on 1 December 2025. This move responds to strong demand and impressive load factors since the route’s debut in November 2023. The increase is part of the airline’s broader strategy to strengthen connectivity in South India and reflects its commitment to the Indian market. With this addition, Malaysia Airlines will operate 80 weekly flights across ten Indian cities by the end of 2025. Travellers can also enjoy added value through the airline’s Bonus Side Trip programme, offering free domestic flight options within Malaysia.
(PRESS RELEASE) SEPANG, Malaysia, 2025-Jul-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Malaysia Airlines is set to increase the frequency of its Kuala Lumpur–Trivandrum service following strong passenger demand and robust load factors on the route. Beginning 12 September 2025, the airline will operate five weekly flights, with daily service commencing on 1 December 2025. Tickets for the additional flights are now available for booking via Malaysia Airlines’ official website, mobile app, and authorized travel agents.
This frequency enhancement reflects the airline’s ongoing commitment to strengthening its presence in South India and expanding its connectivity across key Indian cities. Since the launch of the Kuala Lumpur–Trivandrum route in November 2023, Malaysia Airlines has steadily increased capacity in response to positive market reception—from twice-weekly flights at inception to four weekly services starting April 2024.
Operating through its main hub in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Airlines continues to position itself as a leading gateway to Asia and beyond, offering seamless connections and quality service to international travellers.
Dersenish Aresandiran, Chief Commercial Officer of Airlines at Malaysia Aviation Group, commented: “India is a vital market for us, and the increasing demand for air travel from South India continues to validate our growth strategy. By introducing daily flights to Trivandrum, we aim to deliver greater convenience to our customers while also supporting tourism and business ties between India and Malaysia. More than just connectivity, our passengers can expect the hallmark of Malaysian Hospitality throughout their journey, creating a truly memorable travel experience.”
Currently, Malaysia Airlines operates 77 weekly flights across ten Indian cities: Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kochi, Ahmedabad, Amritsar, and Trivandrum. With the introduction of daily service to Trivandrum, this number will increase to 80 flights per week by December 2025.
International travellers can also benefit from Malaysia Airlines’ Bonus Side Trip (BST) programme, which offers a complimentary domestic flight—excluding base fare—to one of seven destinations within Malaysia. This initiative encourages visitors to discover more of Malaysia’s diverse cultural, historical, and natural attractions, all within a single itinerary.
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SOURCE: Malaysia Airlines Berhad
