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AirAsia Group targets March 2027 launch for Bahrain hub
November 3rd 2026
AirAsia Group advisor, Tony Fernandes, says the LCC group remains committed to establishing a new hub in Bahrain and commencing passenger flights linking Europe with Asia by March 2027. Read More » In June, AirAsia delayed the launch of Kuala Lumpur-Bahrain-London Gatwick flights with A330-300s, citing market conditions and the Israel and U.S.-led war against Iran. "While the geopolitical situation in the region has required us to adjust our initial plans, our commitment to Bahrain has not changed," Fernandes said. "We continue to monitor developments in the region closely and are targeting the commencement of AirAsia flights to Bahrain by March 2027, as conditions allow." The company has appointed seven non-executive directors to the board of its AirAsia Bahrain subsidiary, led by chair Dr Serra Kirdar. "This venture holds tremendous opportunities, from strengthening tourism and trade links between the Gulf and Asia to creating jobs and developing talent for Bahrainis in a dynamic global industry," Dr Kirdar said.
