Bali Tourism News

AirAsia celebrates inaugural flight from Bangkok to Bali

January 23rd, 2009

AirAsia, the leading and largest low cost carrier in Asia, officially launched its direct daily flights to Bali, the “Island of a thousand temples” from Bangkok. The route which was opened for booking on December 17, 2008 marks another achievement for the airline and further strengthens AirAsia’s aggressive expansion plans in becoming an ASEAN airline.

Today also marks AirAsia’s maiden flight to Guangzhou, China from Bangkok. Both routes are operated by Thai AirAsia, an associate of the AirAsia group. 

The historic ceremony was graced by the CEO of Thai AirAsia, Mr Tassapon Bijleveld, and CEO of Indonesia AirAsia, Captain Dharmadi and distinguished guests from the various state government 0ffices, media, hoteliers and travel agents. Upon arrival at the Ngurah Rai International Airport, guests on the inaugural flight from Bangkok were welcomed with a traditional Balinese dance before being garlanded by the VIPs.

To commemorate this special occasion, AirAsia is offering special low fares online for flights to Bali from Bangkok. Bangkok-Bali is now on sale for THB999 one way.  Booking period begins from 20th February – 1st February 2009, for travel period from 9 February – 30 April 2009.

Being renowned as the “Island of a thousand temples”, Bali is the perfect holiday destination for all ages, offering something for everyone.  This tropical paradise has a unique blend of modern tourist facilities combined with wonderful shopping and rich historical heritage.  Like many islands, Bali has developed a world of its own.  The island does not only capture and portray the unique side of Indonesia but also boasts beautiful white and sandy beaches, attracting surfers and beach lovers from all over the world.

Chief Executive Officer of Thai AirAsia, Mr Tassapon Bijleveld said “We are delighted to be launching this new service to Bali. It is good news for both our business and leisure guests and we anticipate strong demand for this new route and look forward to building greater ties with the people in Bali. Our guests can now experience some of the world’s most stylish holiday attractions in Indonesia, with AirAsia’s truly low fares and enjoy 5 star services on AirAsia’s young and modern fleet of our Airbus A320 aircraft. The new route will also draw more inbound international tourist traffic arriving from Bali and Jakarta (into Bangkok), alongside from Bangkok to Bali and Jakarta (into Indonesia) bringing in tourists, who are often interested to explore surrounding cities in the region. AirAsia’s new service to Bali also represents a truly regional expansion and further supports our mission to link Asia with the world’s most important business and cultural centres.”

Chief Executive Officer of Indonesia AirAsia; Captain Dharmadi commented “We are pleased that AirAsia is commencing these new services between Bangkok and Bali.  This new route will bring our two countries closer together and enhance the trade and tourism industry of both countries. Bali is one of the fastest growing tourist and commercial centres in South East Asia.  These routes answers travelers demand for more convenient, daily direct service to and from Bali. It also serves other domestic points in the region and other international routes which AirAsia flies to via Kuala Lumpur, Thailand and Indonesia.”

FLIGHT SCHEDULE FOR BANGKOK-DENPASAR (BALI)

Fl Flight fromÂ	Departure/ Arrival	Flight No.	Frequency
J  Bangkok to Denpasar	06:15 / 11:25	FD 3677	Daily
M Denpasar to Bangkok	11:55 / 15:20	FD 3678	Daily

Source: www.etravelblackboardasia.com

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