Malaysia Airlines re-launches service between Paris and Kuala Lumpur

Sunday, March 23, Malaysia Airlines marked his grand return to Paris by launching a new direct route between Kuala Lumpur and Paris-Charles de Gaulle. After an absence of nine years, the inaugural flight MH22 took off from Kuala Lumpur airport at 11.45pm on March 22 and landed in Paris at 6.40am on March 23. This reopening is part of a expansion strategybringing to 68 the number of destinations served by the airline. From March 29, 2025, Malaysia Airlines will operate one daily flight with a Airbus A350-900.

Visit sunday, march 23Paris-Charles de Gaulle airport celebrated the arrival of the inaugural flight of the new direct route between Kuala Lumpur and Paris. This initiative marks Malaysia Airlines' triumphant return to the French capital after a notable absence. The route, designed to meet growing demand for connectivity between Malaysia and France, is part of the airline's wider expansion strategy in Europe.

A symbolic inaugural flight

Theft MH22the starting point of this new era, left Kuala Lumpur international airport at 11.45pm local time on Saturday March 22. It was due to arrive at Paris-Charles de Gaulle airport at 6.40 Paris time the following morning. This inaugural flight marks the 68th destination served by the airline, reinforcing its role as a gateway to Asia and beyond.

To mark the occasion, Malaysia Airlines organized a festive event at the departure gate of Kuala Lumpur airport. Malaysia Aviation Group executives, including Boo Hui Yee and Dersenish Aresandiranjoined in the festivities to enthusiastically welcome the first passengers on this iconic flight.

A new flight schedule

Initially, the airline will operate four weekly flights between Paris and Kuala Lumpur from March 23 to 27, 2025. From March 29Malaysia Airlines will increase the frequency of its flights to offer a daily service.

These flights will be operated by a Airbus A350-900chosen for its exceptional comfort. The unit features 286 seatsThese are divided into four Business Suite classes, 35 in Business Class, 27 in Economy Class with extra space, and 220 in standard Economy Class.

Dersenish Aresandiran, Chief Commercial Officer of Malaysia Aviation Group, underlines the importance of this takeover, stating that "the launch of our direct flight to Paris marks a major milestone for Malaysia Airlines in its expansion into Europe."

A well-thought-out expansion strategy

Last year, the company launched the Time for Paris to prepare for this long-awaited return. Each passenger on the inaugural flight received a copy of the Time for Memorable Journeys Pocketbooka special Paris guide offering practical tips for discovering the city like a local.

Malaysia Airlines' return to Paris is not an isolated event. The airline is also strengthening its network thanks to a strategic partnership with American Airlines, enabling it to offer connections to several U.S. destinations such as New York (JFK), Dallas (DFW), Miami (MIA) and Orlando (ORD).

This relaunch is part of a wider context in which other airlines are also taking similar initiatives to strengthen their international presence. These include Twin Jet, Emiratesand Oman Air are also expanding their networks.

Comparison of Malaysia Airlines' relaunch of the Paris-Kuala Lumpur route

Criteria	Details
Date of maiden flight	March 23, 2025
Initial frequency	4 weekly flights
Frequency from March 29	1 daily flight
Aircraft type	Airbus A350-900
Seat configuration	286 seats
Business Suite class	4 seats
Business Class	35 seats
Economy class with extra space	27 seats
Partnership	American Airlines for USA connections
Expansion Strategy	68th destination worldwide

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