CEO: Resumption of AirAsia X KL-Busan flight to boost tourism growth

Benyamin speaks to reporters at Gimhae International Airport in Busan. — Photo by Nur Shazreena Ali

BUSAN (Feb 3): AirAsia X Bhd (AAX) is confident that the resumption of its direct Kuala Lumpur-Busan flight will stimulate and boost Malaysia’s tourism growth.

Chief executive officer Benyamin Ismail said the airline is targeting to achieve 150,000 travellers this year following the full reopening of international borders.

He said Busan has played a critical role in stimulating market demand, especially in the North Asian region, since the inception of the route in 2013.