AirAsia X (AirAsia Group) makes history with record order for 150 Airbus A220s, with options for another 150; Debuts as launch customer for new 160-Seat configuration
AirAsia X Berhad (AAX/ AirAsia Group*) has reached a historical milestone in its fleet expansion journey, announcing a firm agreement with Airbus valued at approximately USD19 billion at list prices for 150 Airbus A220-300 aircraft, with the strategic flexibility to upsize the commitment to 300 of the A220 Aircraft Family to meet future demand. This landmark agreement represents the single largest firm order for the A220 type placed by any airline globally. The move signals a decisive shift in AirAsia’s future fleet strategy, prioritising operational discipline and margin protection in an evolving global market.
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AirAsia X Records Strong 1Q2026 Operating Performance With Passenger Growth of 9% YoY
AirAsia X Berhad (“the Group”) has announced its preliminary operating statistics for the First Quarter of 2026 (“1Q2026”). This represents the inaugural consolidated report for the Group following the successful acquisition of the AirAsia aviation assets, bringing together all AirAsia branded airlines under a single listed entity.
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AirAsia advocates peace and connection with ‘Give Peace a Chance’ campaign
AirAsia has launched its ‘Give Peace a Chance’ campaign today, reaffirming its mission of making travel accessible and affordable as current global uncertainty continues to reshape how people live, work and connect.
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AirAsia bags second consecutive ‘Top Influential Brand’ win in Singapore
AirAsia was once again named the Top Influential Brand in the Airline category at the 2026 Asia CEO Summit & Awards Ceremony organised by Influential Brands, marking the airline’s second consecutive win in the category.
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AirAsia X welcomes new Chairman; reaffirms resilience amid global volatility and uncertainty
AirAsia X (“the Group”) today formally welcomed Tan Sri Jamaludin as the Independent Non-Executive Chairman, as the Group outlined its strategy for navigating rising fuel costs and growing uncertainty across global aviation markets. Under Tan Sri Jamaludin’s leadership, the Board brings the independent oversight and long-term perspective critical to the Group as it enters a period of renewed focus and growth.
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AirAsia cautions against fraudulent customer service scams
AirAsia wishes to remind all guests as well as the public to remain vigilant against scams involving fake airline customer service contacts circulating on social media.
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Fly AirAsia this Hari Raya and balik kampung hassle-free
As the festive season brings reunions and journeys across the skies, AirAsia encourages all guests to plan ahead for a smooth and enjoyable trip. Following simple travel tips will help ensure a comfortable, stress-free journey while making the most of their Aidilfitri celebrations.
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ikhlas.com reaches asnaf in rural areas for Seikhlas Ramadan
Ikhlas Com Travel & Umrah Sdn Bhd (ikhlas.com) has intensified its efforts to assist those in need in conjunction with the holy month of Ramadan through its annual Seikhlas Ramadan campaign, which is being rolled out simultaneously across the country.
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AirAsia RedRun returns with seven-city regional rollout across Asean and beyond
AirAsia today announced the return of AirAsia RedRun, its signature regional running event series, with a bold seven-city rollout for 2026, spanning key destinations across its Asean and Asia network. More than a race event, RedRun reaffirms the airline’s commitment to active lifestyles and purposeful travel, by connecting communities through sports while unlocking travel across the region.
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AirAsia expands Indonesia footprint with 20th Route, Connecting Kota Bharu to Jakarta
AirAsia Malaysia (flight code AK) today announced the expansion of its Indonesia network with the launch of its 20th route to the country, connecting Kota Bharu to Jakarta.
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AirAsia MOVE expands portfolio to include global attractions
AirAsia MOVE (MOVE) has expanded its offerings to include ‘Attractions’ on its platform via a strategic partnership with GetYourGuide, enabling everyone to search and book travel experiences, activities and tour packages and integrate their travel booking experience seamlessly within the app.
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AirAsia X Berhad welcomes Tan Sri (Dr.) Jamaludin bin Ibrahim as Independent Non-Executive Chairman, marking new era following aviation group consolidation
AirAsia X Berhad (“AirAsia X”) announced the redesignation of Tan Sri (Dr.) Jamaludin bin Ibrahim (“Tan Sri Jamaludin”) as Independent Non-Executive Chairman, effective immediately. This marks an important new chapter for the airline, as it emerges from the successful consolidation of all AirAsia-branded airlines into an enlarged aviation group (“Group”), entering a period of renewed focus and growth. With the Group now a more cohesive and integrated entity, the Board of Directors (“Board”) will play a central role in aligning strategy, governance and execution to realise the full potential of the Group.
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[Updated as of 7 March 2026 at 3:45PM (GMT +8)] AirAsia X flights impacted by Middle East airspace closure
Following the temporary closure of the Middle East airspace, several flights operating to/from the region may experience disruptions, including rerouting, delays or schedule adjustments.
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AirAsia solidifies global ESG standing, ranking among top five industry peers in benchmarked sustainability performance
AirAsia has solidified its position as a global leader in aviation sustainability, ranking among top five airlines in the latest benchmarked FTSE Russell ESG ratings. This achievement underscores the success of the Group’s strategy to embed climate risk management, transparent governance and operational efficiency into its core business.
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