Long-haul low-cost flying across Asia and beyond.
Founded
2007
Headquarters
Sepang, Malaysia
AirAsia X is a Malaysian long-haul low-cost carrier and an affiliate of the AirAsia Group. Established to bring affordable long-distance travel to passengers across Asia, Australia, and the Middle East, it operates medium-to-long-haul routes primarily from its base at Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
The airline was founded in 2007 and has positioned itself as one of Asia's pioneering long-haul budget carriers, offering a no-frills model with optional premium seats. It targets leisure and value-conscious travelers on routes that were traditionally dominated by full-service carriers.
AirAsia X underwent significant financial restructuring following the severe impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on aviation. The carrier relaunched operations progressively from 2022 onward, rebuilding its network and fleet as travel demand recovered across the Asia-Pacific region.
Hubs & network
AirAsia X primarily operates from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) in Sepang, Malaysia.
Fleet
AirAsia X operates a fleet composed primarily of Airbus A330-300 wide-body aircraft for its long-haul routes.
Notable facts
- ›AirAsia X was one of the first long-haul low-cost carriers in Asia when it launched in 2007.
- ›The airline is an affiliate of the AirAsia Group, sharing branding and commercial synergies with AirAsia.
- ›It filed for debt restructuring in 2021 following severe losses caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
- ›AirAsia X offers both economy and premium flatbed seats on select long-haul routes.
- ›The carrier uses the ICAO callsign XANADU for air traffic communications.
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