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Kota Kinabalu: Sabah began the new year with the first AirAsia flight to and from Hong Kong during the pandemic era.

The flight with 138 passengers arrived today and was received in a welcoming ceremony at the Kota Kinabalu International Airport.

The reinstated Hong Kong-Kota Kinabalu route will operate every Wednesday and Sunday with a capacity of 186 for a total of 372 seat-capacity a week.

Noredah Othman, CEO of Sabah Tourism Board, said: “I am glad that finally, AirAsia has reactivated its Hong Kong – Kota Kinabalu route, adding another international connectivity to Sabah.”

“Hong Kong is one of our top target markets, and this is a great start to 2023 for our tourism industry. Sabah is blessed with beautiful islands and beaches, making us a preferred destination for Hong Kong travellers.”