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Webjet Partners With AirAsia In Australia To Offer Best Value Low-cost Flights To Asia And Beyond

Customers can now book AirAsia flights direct to Bali, Kuala Lumpur, Bangkok, and many more at Webjet

MELBOURNE - May 20, 2024 —

From L-R: Siew Lee Tan, Head of Sales & Distribution at AirAsia, Amanda Woo, Group Head of Commercial at AirAsia & David Galt, CEO at Webjet OTA

Webjet,  a leading online travel agency in Australia, has today announced the relaunch of their partnership with AirAsia, making it easier than ever to search, compare, and book affordable flights to Asia and beyond, thanks to the airline's unparalleled network.

The partnership is a sign of both parties' commitment to giving customers a greater breadth of choice and price point, adding hundreds of new flight options to Aussie favourite destinations including Bali, Kuala Lumpur, and Bangkok via AirAsia, AirAsiaX, Thai AirAsia X and  AirAsia Indonesia. 

In celebration of the new partnership, Webjet and AirAsia are launching a huge Asia sale from 20 May - 2 June 2024.

David Galt, CEO at Webjet OTA, says: "As consumers focus on finding great value for all their purchases, Webjet is more dedicated than ever before to offering Aussies the best range of flight deals. The relaunch of our partnership with AirAsia underscores this dedication, ensuring convenient access to some of the most competitive fares for destinations experiencing a notable surge in demand for flights. For example, we've seen an increase in interest to the beloved Aussie hotspot Bali, especially from Perth, as well as searches and bookings to Thailand continuing to rise."

Paul Carroll, Chief Commercial Officer at AirAsia Group, comments: "With four airlines in the AirAsia Group now flying to and from Australia for the first time, we offer more value and choice than ever before for our guests 'Down Under', which connect to over 130 destinations across Asia and beyond - including Aussie favourites like India, Japan, South Korea, Thailand, Vietnam and more. It's an opportune time to relaunch our partnership with Webjet, as we continue to consider further expanding our services in the near future."  

Benyamin Ismail, CEO of AirAsia X, adds: "We have enjoyed a strong partnership in the past and it is great to be back on sale on Australia's leading online travel agency. We know price, value and connectivity are core for our Australian guests who  love our great value fares on medium haul routes to Asia and beyond, including Premium Flatbeds which are like business class seats for a fraction of the price and now offer lounge access in Sydney and Melbourne. AirAsia X has significant growth plans in line with strong demand, and Webjet's support will go a long way in serving one of our most important markets."

To search and book AirAsia flights visit webjet.Com.Au. 

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*T&CsWebjet's standard booking Terms & Conditions apply https://www.Webjet.Com.Au/about/booking-terms/.

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About Webjet 

Webjet is Australia and New Zealand's leading online travel agent, innovating the way in online travel tools and technology. 

Based in Melbourne, Webjet is proudly Australian-owned and offers unparalleled choice to its customers when it comes to planning a trip, no matter if it is for work or leisure, within Australia or overseas.

Using Webjet, travellers can find, compare and book the best domestic and international travel flight deals to and from almost every destination around the world. The website features a unique Deal Finder tool, which allows travellers to quickly find cheap flights that match their travel plans or pick up great savings with sales and promotions. 

Webjet also connects its customers with car hire, holiday packages, world-wide hotels and accommodation, motorhomes, travel insurance, and more. Travellers booking with Webjet can expect great rates, instant email confirmation and 24/7 customer support, meaning someone is always on hand to help answer questions or change bookings if required. 

Booking with Webjet is secure and convenient. State-of-the-art safeguards guarantee personal details are kept safe, and there are a wide range of payment methods available, including major credit cards, debit cards, PayPal and Afterpay.

Webjet is a travel brand of Webjet Limited.  

About Webjet Limited

Webjet Limited, an ASX 200 listed company (ASX: WEB), is a global travel business that enables travel the world over through our market leading travel brands supported by our travel technology businesses.

Our digital travel brands, spanning both wholesale and retail markets, include; WebBeds - is a global marketplace for the travel trade, providing powerful distribution solutions that make selling and buying travel easier, Webjet - the market leading Online Travel Agency in Australia and New Zealand, and GoSee - a global motorhome and car rental ecommerce site.

Our travel business are supported by smart technology we build and invest in that differentiates our offerings and make booking and transacting travel better, including; Trip Ninja - providing complex travel itinerary automation technology to digital travel businesses globally and Rezchain - the travel industry's first blockchain-based hotel booking verification technology, along with investments in ROOMDEX and LockTrip.

Find out more about Webjet Limited at: www.Webjetlimited.Com

About AirAsia Aviation Group

The birth story of AirAsia, is an industry legend. It started back in 2001 when Tony Fernandes and Kamarudin Meranun bought an ailing airline with two aircraft and 200 staff and turned it into the largest low cost carrier in Asia and the fourth largest airline in Asia, with more than 200 aircraft and 21,000 staff across five short haul airlines based in Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, the Philippines and Cambodia. With affordability, inclusivity and accessibility underpinning the operation, AirAsia has carried close to 800 million passengers to over 130 destinations in its network. With the mission to serve the underserved, it has connected people and places, and has largely been credited for democratising air travel in the region with its famous tagline 'Now Everyone Can Fly'.

About AirAsia X and Thai AirAsia X

AirAsia X (AAX) is the medium haul, low-cost affiliate of the AirAsia Aviation Group operates an all wide body A330-300 fleet since it commenced operations in November 2007. The airline together with its Thai associate Thai AirAsia X (TAAX) have carried over 20 million guests and counting since commencing the very first service from Kuala Lumpur to Gold Coast in  Australia in 2007. AAX and TAAX connect Australia to many destinations of choice via their hubs in Kuala Lumpur Malaysia and Bangkok in Thailand, leveraging also the Group wide short and medium haul network including flights from Australia to India, Vietnam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Thailand, the Philippines,  Japan and many more at the  best value. Since resumption of services post pandemic, AAX and TAAX  are both  well poised to compete very effectively in the markets where they  operates with amongst the  lowest cost structure of any comparative  airline globally.

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Webjet And AirAsia Have Sale On Now

BTN News Thursday, 23 May 2024

On-line Australian travel agent Webjet and AirAsia have resumed their partnership, adding flight options to Bali, Kuala Lumpur and Bangkok via AirAsia, AirAsiaX, Thai AirAsia X and AirAsia Indonesia, with a sale running till 2 June 2024.

Paul Carroll, AirAsia Group cco said: "With four airlines in the AirAsia Group now flying to and from Australia, (our network) connects to over 130 destinations across Asia and beyond - including Aussie favourites like India, Japan, South Korea, Thailand, Vietnam and more. 

Fly Home To Celebrate Kaamatan And Gawai Smoothly With AirAsia

AirAsia would like to remind all guests travelling during the upcoming festive celebration periods to adhere to the following travel advisory for a smoother travel experience in light of the extra demand during a peak period for travel. 

Perform self check-in via the AirAsia MOVE app (formerly airasia Superapp). Self check-in is complimentary and available as early as 14 days up to one hour before the scheduled departure time. Guests are encouraged to perform mobile check-in via the AirAsia MOVE app and obtain their electronic Boarding Passes to minimise physical contact and crowding at the airport.

Please note:

Download the AirAsia MOVE app from the Apple App Store, Google Play Store or Huawei AppGallery to receive the latest travel information including the latest flight updates under the 'Flight Status' tab in the App.

Counter check-in service will only be available for guests with reduced mobility, those travelling with an infant (under 24 months of age), pregnant guests, senior citizens and young guests travelling alone.

Pregnant guests are required to fill out a form at the counter before boarding. Guests who are more than 27 weeks pregnant are required to submit an approved doctor's medical certificate.

Guests with reduced mobility may pre-book Special Assistance (Wheelchair Service) at the time of booking or via "My Bookings" tab on the AirAsia MOVE app at least four hours before the scheduled flight departure time.

Pre-book inflight meals up to 24 hours before the scheduled departure time for greater savings up to 44% and assurance of availability alongside priority meal service on board.

For international travel, guests must meet the requirements for every country they will travel to and transit through including visa requirements. These requirements may change from time to time and guests are advised to check the latest requirements with the respective embassies or consulates.

Arrive early at the airport, at least two (2) hours before your domestic flight and three (3) hours prior to an international flight. The check-in counter will close 60 minutes before the scheduled departure time at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (Terminal 2) and 45 minutes before departure at other airports in Malaysia for domestic flights. You may book a ride to/from the airport for up to 24 hours in advance with AirAsia Ride on the AirAsia MOVE app and enjoy RM5 off with promo code FLYRIDE5.

Use the e-Boarding Pass on the AirAsia MOVE app to board the flight without the hassle of reprinting the boarding pass. The e-Boarding Pass is accepted at all airports in Malaysia and many other airports around the world where AirAsia operates.

Use contactless kiosks at the airport to print baggage tags and perform self-bag drop. Once guests have self checked-in, simply scan the QR code on the e-Boarding Pass at the airport kiosk to print the baggage tags and proceed to the self-baggage drop counters to load the bags. Guests can also add on or increase baggage allowance up to four hours before departure using the AirAsia MOVE app.

Ensure cabin baggage is the right size and weight. Each guest is only allowed one (1) piece of cabin baggage (not larger than 56 x 36 x 23cm in dimension) such as a laptop bag and/or one (1) small bag such as a handbag OR small bag on board. The total permitted weight for two pieces of cabin baggage must not exceed 7kg. If you exceed your complimentary 7kg allowance or need to carry more onboard, you will need to purchase the Xtra Carry-on (Extra one piece of 7kg baggage) or the Fast Pass (Extra one piece of 7kg baggage with more perks). Subject to space availability in the overhead compartment, these passes are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis, so act quickly to secure one.

Enroll for FACES via the AirAsia MOVE App to travel seamlessly from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (Terminal 2) to other domestic and international airports without presenting a boarding pass after self-check-in and providing proof of identification.

Selamat Ari Gawai and Tadau Kaamatan from AirAsia!

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