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Batik Air to restore Miri-Kuala Lumpur route following ministerial intervention
The low-cost carrier has committed to restarting its direct service between Miri and Kuala Lumpur after a formal appeal from a senior government official. The route's resumption addresses connectivity concerns for the Sarawak destination.
LSN Malaysia ·
Batik Air has agreed to reinstate its Miri-Kuala Lumpur flight services following a request from a deputy minister, signalling a potential resolution to the route suspension that had affected travellers between the two cities.
The decision came after formal engagement with government officials concerned about the impact of the service withdrawal on connectivity to Miri, a key commercial and tourism hub in Sarawak. The airline's commitment reflects broader industry efforts to maintain regional air links amid evolving market conditions.
The resumption of the direct service is expected to benefit business and leisure travellers who have faced longer journey times and increased travel costs due to the route's discontinuation. The move also underscores the government's role in advocating for adequate air connectivity across the country.
Details regarding the exact date for service resumption and flight frequency have not yet been disclosed. Batik Air operates an extensive network across South and Southeast Asia and serves multiple destinations within Malaysia.