KUALA LUMPUR, May 13 -- Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG), through Malaysia Airlines and Firefly, is supporting increased travel demand ahead of the upcoming Hari Raya Aidiladha, Kaamatan and Gawai celebrations with subsidised fares on selected East Malaysia routes.

In a statement today, MAG said Malaysia Airlines will operate an additional 62 flights across high-demand routes including Kota Bharu, Labuan, Tawau, Sandakan, Kuching, Sibu and Miri to accommodate the festive travel surge.

The group said both Malaysia Airlines and Firefly will support the government's festive travel initiative by capping base fares at RM499 one-way on selected East Malaysia routes.

The fares are available for purchase from now until May 31, 2026.

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