Malaysia Airlines is set to increase its Adelaide to Kuala Lumpur service from five flights per week to daily flights from February 2, 2026, creating more than 60,000 additional seats per year between the two cities.

Flights will initially increase to six per week in November 2025 before increasing to daily in February 2026.

The airline will also introduce its new A330neo aircraft on the route, configured with 28 Business Class and 269 Economy Class seats, including 24 seats with extra legroom.

“It is very welcome news from Malaysia Airlines that it will soon be flying daily direct to Adelaide – on its brand new A330neo aircraft – helping entice more passengers from South Australia’s Asia tourism market,” said South Australian Tourism Minister, Zoe Bettison.

“It is another vote of confidence in South Australian tourism and provides greater access to this key tourism market, which was worth AU$957 million to our state in the year to March 2025, up 25 per cent on the year prior.”

The new A330neo is 25 per cent more fuel-efficient than older models, with lower emissions, quieter engines, and a more comfortable cabin.

The Business Class cabin features spacious suites with high walls and privacy doors to create a personal ‘mini suite’.

“Malaysia Airlines has been a significant supporter of Adelaide’s international market over many years,” said Adelaide Airport Managing Director, Brenton Cox.

“The announcement reinforces that commitment. It’s a wonderful outcome for South Australians travelling to Malaysia and beyond, and to the overseas visitors travelling to Adelaide using the airline’s extensive route network.

“We’re equally excited that Malaysia Airlines has chosen to fly its brand-new Airbus A330-900neo aircraft on this route.

“The combination of the stunning new business class cabin and the award-winning economy class cabin offers premium comfort and an improved living space,” he said.

Malaysia Aviation Group Chief Commercial Officer of Airlines, Dersenish Aresandiran, added: “Australia remains an important market for Malaysia Airlines, and we are delighted to strengthen our commitment to Adelaide by increasing services to daily flights.

“The introduction of our new A330neo aircraft marks a proud milestone, reflecting our commitment to service excellence and to carrying the Malaysian flag higher and further, while strengthening connections between South Australia, Malaysia, and the rest of the world.”

Malaysia Airlines flights currently depart Kuala Lumpur at 10.25pm and arrive in Adelaide at 7.00am the next day. Return flights depart Adelaide at 9.50am and arrive in Kuala Lumpur at 4.00pm.