KLIA Expands China Connectivity with the Arrival of Juneyao Airlines

KL International Airport (KLIA) continues to expand its international network and strengthen its regional hub status with the latest arrival of Juneyao Airlines from China. The airline operates four direct flights weekly from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) using the Airbus A320, enhancing convenience for both business and leisure travellers while offering greater flexibility and choice on this key route.

Dato’ Mohd Izani Ghani, Managing Director of Malaysia Airports commented, “Southeast Asia continues to be Malaysia’s strongest aviation market, accounting for over 8.1 million passenger movements or 45.1% of total international traffic at KLIA for the year-to-date (YTD) period ending May 2025. The arrival of Juneyao Airlines not only reinforces KLIA’s position as a key gateway between the two regions but also adds valuable seat capacity and greater flight frequency on the Shanghai–Kuala Lumpur route. This new service will stimulate network growth and strengthen regional connectivity, particularly in high-potential markets such as China.”

Juneyao Airlines is now the fifth carrier to operate direct flights on the Shanghai–Kuala Lumpur route. This new service also marks the airline’s second destination in Malaysia, following its entry into Penang in early May 2025.

Over the past two months, Malaysia Airports has further strengthened its international air connectivity with the addition of three Chinese carriers and the launch of new routes linking major Chinese cities to both Kuala Lumpur and Penang. The total number of Chinese airlines operating at KL International Airport (KLIA) has now reached 10, double the pre-pandemic figure while Penang International Airport currently hosts six.

Malaysia Airports welcomes these strategic additions to its growing list of airline partners and remains committed to delivering exceptional service and infrastructure.

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