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Qatar Airways boosts winter travel with service increase to global destinations, operates nearly 3,000 additional flights this year

Qatar Airways has increased capacity to Kuala Lumpur, Lagos, Shanghai, and Singapore this winter season to meet the global demand on these routes. This increase in flight frequency is part of the airline’s broader winter schedule enhancements, which have already introduced additional frequencies to more than 15 major destinations, including Cape Town, Dublin, London, Phuket, and Toronto. The World’s Best Airline, as voted by Skytrax in 2025 for a record ninth time, continues to offer greater choice and connectivity through its Doha hub, the award-winning Hamad International Airport. The growing demand for Qatar Airways’ travel experience resulted in the airline offering nearly 3,000 additional flights this year. Qatar Airways service to Kuala Lumpur (KUL) Starting 17 December 2025, Qatar Airways flights to Kuala Lumpur (KUL) will increase from 14 to 17 weekly flights. The additional services will offer seamless connections between Southeast Asia and Jeddah, London, and Paris through Doha. Qatar Airways service to Lagos (LOS) Effective 15 December 2025 until 28 March 2026, Qatar Airways’ services to Lagos (LOS) will increase from 10 to 14 weekly. The increased frequency enhances connectivity between the Nigeria and Qatar Airways’ extensive global network of over 170 destinations, facilitating smoother travel for both business and leisure passengers to Delhi, Guangzhou, and London. Qatar Airways service to Shanghai (PVG) Effective 01 January to 28 March 2026, services will rise from 7 to 10 weekly flights to meet growing inbound and outbound demand from China. This frequency increase will further enhance connectivity between Asia and Qatar Airways’ key destinations across Algiers, São Paulo, and Warsaw.   Qatar Airways service to Singapore (SIN) From 12 January 2026, Qatar Airways will deploy the Airbus A380 on select flights …

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Emirates introduces Premium Economy to Kuala Lumpur on newly retrofitted Boeing 777

As part of its commitment to offering a consistent and enhanced travel experience for passengers travelling to and from Malaysia, Emirates has deployed its retrofitted Boeing 777 aircraft on flights EK346 and EK347. The refurbished aircraft features four newly configured and refreshed cabins, including its award-winning Premium Economy. Emirates’ flight EK346 departs Dubai at 3:10hrs and arrives in Kuala Lumpur at 14:25hrs. The return flight EK347 departs Kuala Lumpur at 19:10hrs and arrives in Dubai at 22:10hrs. All times are local. The airline’s Premium Economy cabin redefines comfort for travellers flying between Kuala Lumpur and Dubai, offering spacious leather reclining seats with full leg and footrests and adjustable headrests. It features in-seat charging points, a wood-finished side cocktail table, a 13.3-inch TV screen, a generously sized pillow and blanket as well as complimentary amenity kits on select flights. With the introduction of the newly retrofitted Boeing 777, this signature offering is now available across nearly 70 destinations within the Emirates network. For those seeking additional comfort and privacy during their journeys, the Premium Economy cabin offers a refined upgrade from Economy Class. From regional dishes served on Royal Doulton fine china, stainless steel cutlery wrapped in linen to a polished woodgrain dining table that folds into the seat. The unparalleled service also offers a selection of premium wines, and exclusive beverages that are available throughout the flight. “Malaysia has been a key market for Emirates for nearly three decades. We are proud to introduce our latest generation and award-winning Premium Economy along with refreshed First, Business and Economy cabins to our travellers”, said Saeed Mubarak, Country Manager Emirates in Malaysia. “The new interiors bring more comfort and more choice, ensuring every passenger …

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