AirAsia X reaffirms commitment to Bahrain Hub despite regional conflict
Tue, 07 Apr 2026
Budget carrier AirAsia X said that it remained set on opening a planned hub in Bahrain in June, though the airline’s chief executive officer was non-committal on whether the plans would go ahead if the Middle East conflict drags on.
AirAsia X launches Kuala Lumpur–Bahrain–London route
Wed, 11 Feb 2026
AirAsia X (AAX) has announced two international routes linking Kuala Lumpur to Bahrain and onward to London Gatwick (KUL–BAH–LGW), strengthening its global expansion strategy. Starting June 26, 2026, the service makes Bahrain its first global hub and marks the airline’s second Fifth-Freedom route beyond Asia.
AirAsia X selects Bahrain as strategic hub for global expansion
Wed, 11 Feb 2026
AirAsia X (AAX) Berhad is positioning Bahrain at the heart of its next phase of global expansion, marking a significant step in the Kingdom’s ambition to strengthen its role as a regional aviation hub.
AirAsia X launches Riyadh-Bangkok flights
Thu, 04 Dec 2025
King Khalid International Airport, managed by Riyadh Airports Company, announced the launch of a new air route connecting Riyadh with Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) in Bangkok, Thailand, with four weekly flights.