NEW GATEWAY TO MALAYSIA: JIANGXI AIR INAUGURATES

TO FIRST INTERNATIONAL ROUTE FROM NANCHANG

KUALA LUMPUR, 25 AUGUST 2025 – Tourism Malaysia proudly welcomes Jiangxi Air, a

rising low-cost carrier jointly established by Xiamen Air and the Jiangxi Provincial

Government, on the successful launch of its inaugural direct service between Nanchang

and Kuala Lumpur.

Today’s landmark Flight RY6607 touched down at Kuala Lumpur International Airport

(KLIA), marking the historic arrival of the first-ever direct flight connecting Nanchang, the

capital of Jiangxi Province, with Malaysia’s bustling capital city. This milestone not only

enhances air connectivity but also strengthens tourism, trade, and investment linkages

between Malaysia and China’s eastern region.

The inaugural ceremony was officiated by Mr. Chua Choon Hwa, Deputy Secretary

General (Tourism) and YBhg. Dato’ Normah Osman, Deputy Secretary General (Policy) of

Ministry of Transport. Distinguished guests included Mr. Samuel Lee, Deputy Director

General (Promotion II), Tourism Malaysia. Also present were Dato’ Mohd Izani Ghani,

Managing Director of Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad (MAHB) and Mr. Kang Zhiyang,

General Manager of Jiangxi Air.

“This new air link is a testament to the strong and ever-growing tourism ties between

Malaysia and China. It not only enhances connectivity but also supports our continuous

efforts to position Malaysia as a premier travel destination in the region. We look forward

to welcoming more Chinese visitors to experience Malaysia’s rich cultural heritage,natural beauty, and diverse offerings,” said YB Dato Sri Tiong King Sing, Minister of

Tourism, Arts and Culture Malaysia.

The Nanchang–Kuala Lumpur service represents a historic milestone as Jiangxi Air’s first-

ever international scheduled route. Choosing Malaysia as its maiden overseas destination

reflects the airline’s strong confidence in Malaysia’s tourism appeal and underscores

Malaysia’s role as a strategic gateway to Southeast Asia.

Jiangxi Air will operate twice-weekly flights between Nanchang Changbei International

Airport and KLIA Terminal 1, utilizing its modern Boeing 737-800 aircraft with 175

seats. This convenient service is set to boost business travel, leisure tourism, and people-

to-people exchanges, while creating greater economic opportunities for both nations.

Flight Schedule (local time):

Flight Departure Time Arrival Time

RY6607 Nanchang Changbei

International Airport

10:00

AM

Kuala Lumpur International

Airport (KLIA) Terminal 1

3:00

PM

RY6608 Kuala Lumpur International

Airport (KLIA) Terminal 1

4:00

PM

Nanchang Changbei

International Airport

9:00

PM

From January to June 2025, Malaysia welcomed 2.17 million visitors from China, an

impressive 35.6% increase compared to the same period in 2024. This remarkable

growth highlights the rising demand for Malaysian destinations among Chinese

travellers. The newly launched Nanchang–Kuala Lumpur route is expected to further

accelerate arrivals, particularly from the Jiangxi region

Tourism Malaysia remains committed to strengthening global air connectivity by working

closely with international carriers, airport authorities, and tourism industry stakeholders.

This collaboration supports Malaysia’s vision to enhance its global tourism presence and

solidify its position as a world-class travel hub ahead of Visit Malaysia 2026.