AirAsia X postpones the launch of a planned Kuala Lumpur–Bahrain air route until at least August, citing the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The service had been originally scheduled to begin in June. The airline had said the route would connect Kuala Lumpur with Bahrain and continue onward to London Gatwick.
In a statement, AirAsia X says the revised start date is expected to fall in August or September, depending on market conditions. The airline also states it will provide assistance to passengers affected by the delay, offering either refunds or the option to reschedule their bookings.
Separate reporting from another outlet reiterates that the route’s planned June start would link Kuala Lumpur and Bahrain and onward to London Gatwick, and that concerns related to the conflict are behind the delay. No additional operational changes beyond the postponement are detailed in the sources.
