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Labuan-KK airfare soars to RM1,207, surpassing flights to Seoul, Bangkok
Labuan-KK airfare soars to RM1,207, surpassing flights to Seoul, Bangkok

Daily Express

time2 days ago

  • Business
  • Daily Express

Labuan-KK airfare soars to RM1,207, surpassing flights to Seoul, Bangkok

Published on: Thursday, June 26, 2025 Published on: Thu, Jun 26, 2025 By: Bernama Text Size: For illustrative purposes only. LABUAN: Residents and frequent travellers from this duty-free island are voicing growing frustration over skyrocketing airfares for the short Labuan–Kota Kinabalu route, with prices now outpacing even international flights to destinations such as Bangkok and Seoul. For many in Labuan, air travel is not a luxury but a necessity, yet tickets for the roughly 35-minute domestic flight are being sold at rates as high as RM1,207 for a one-way trip on July 2. By comparison, longer international flights from Kota Kinabalu to Bangkok, which take about three hours, start at RM411, while flights to Seoul, a journey of over five hours, are priced from RM661. David Lee, 49, who frequently travels between the two locations for oil and gas business, told Bernama the fares were 'absurd' and 'unacceptable'. 'I was planning my usual trip to Kota Kinabalu for a meeting and was shocked to see fares exceeding RM1,200. How can a flight under one hour cost more than an international trip to Korea?' he said. Another traveller, Nurul Shafiqah Abdullah, 34, a government officer based in Labuan, said such fare hikes were putting a strain on those who rely on the route for essential reasons. 'This isn't a holiday route. It's a lifeline for many who depend on travelling for medical check-ups, work commitments or family matters. These prices are pushing people to the edge,' she said. For Raymond Chong, 41, who runs a logistics company, the limited choice of carriers only adds to the frustration. 'It's either MasWings or Malaysia Airlines, sometimes small planes, sometimes a Boeing. There's no real competition, so you either pay or don't go,' he said. Local entrepreneur Faridah Musa, 45, urged the federal government and aviation authorities to address the pricing mechanism, calling the issue more than just a travel inconvenience. 'We are an island with no road access. Flights are essential, not optional. At this point, it's not just an inconvenience, it's an economic disadvantage for us.' She said calls are mounting for transparency in fare structures and for greater efforts to introduce more airline competition to ensure affordable travel for the people of Labuan. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia

Labuan-KK airfare soars to RM1,207, surpassing flights to Seoul, Bangkok
Labuan-KK airfare soars to RM1,207, surpassing flights to Seoul, Bangkok

Borneo Post

time2 days ago

  • Business
  • Borneo Post

Labuan-KK airfare soars to RM1,207, surpassing flights to Seoul, Bangkok

LABUAN (June 26): Residents and frequent travellers from this duty-free island are voicing growing frustration over skyrocketing airfares for the short Labuan–Kota Kinabalu route, with prices now outpacing even international flights to destinations such as Bangkok and Seoul. For many in Labuan, air travel is not a luxury but a necessity, yet tickets for the roughly 35-minute domestic flight are being sold at rates as high as RM1,207 for a one-way trip on July 2. By comparison, longer international flights from Kota Kinabalu to Bangkok, which take about three hours, start at RM411, while flights to Seoul, a journey of over five hours, are priced from RM661. David Lee, 49, who frequently travels between the two locations for oil and gas business, told Bernama the fares were 'absurd' and 'unacceptable'. 'I was planning my usual trip to Kota Kinabalu for a meeting and was shocked to see fares exceeding RM1,200. How can a flight under one hour cost more than an international trip to Korea?' he said. Another traveller, Nurul Shafiqah Abdullah, 34, a government officer based in Labuan, said such fare hikes were putting a strain on those who rely on the route for essential reasons. 'This isn't a holiday route. It's a lifeline for many who depend on travelling for medical check-ups, work commitments or family matters. These prices are pushing people to the edge,' she said. For Raymond Chong, 41, who runs a logistics company, the limited choice of carriers only adds to the frustration. 'It's either MasWings or Malaysia Airlines, sometimes small planes, sometimes a Boeing. There's no real competition, so you either pay or don't go,' he said. Local entrepreneur Faridah Musa, 45, urged the federal government and aviation authorities to address the pricing mechanism, calling the issue more than just a travel inconvenience. 'We are an island with no road access. Flights are essential, not optional. At this point, it's not just an inconvenience, it's an economic disadvantage for us.' She said calls are mounting for transparency in fare structures and for greater efforts to introduce more airline competition to ensure affordable travel for the people of Labuan. – Bernama

Labuan-KK Airfare Soars To RM1,207, Surpassing Flights To Seoul, Bangkok
Labuan-KK Airfare Soars To RM1,207, Surpassing Flights To Seoul, Bangkok

Barnama

time2 days ago

  • Business
  • Barnama

Labuan-KK Airfare Soars To RM1,207, Surpassing Flights To Seoul, Bangkok

LABUAN, June 26 (Bernama) -- Residents and frequent travellers from this duty-free island are voicing growing frustration over skyrocketing airfares for the short Labuan–Kota Kinabalu route, with prices now outpacing even international flights to destinations such as Bangkok and Seoul. For many in Labuan, air travel is not a luxury but a necessity, yet tickets for the roughly 35-minute domestic flight are being sold at rates as high as RM1,207 for a one-way trip on July 2. By comparison, longer international flights from Kota Kinabalu to Bangkok, which take about three hours, start at RM411, while flights to Seoul, a journey of over five hours, are priced from RM661. David Lee, 49, who frequently travels between the two locations for oil and gas business, told Bernama the fares were 'absurd' and 'unacceptable'. 'I was planning my usual trip to Kota Kinabalu for a meeting and was shocked to see fares exceeding RM1,200. How can a flight under one hour cost more than an international trip to Korea?' he said. Another traveller, Nurul Shafiqah Abdullah, 34, a government officer based in Labuan, said such fare hikes were putting a strain on those who rely on the route for essential reasons. 'This isn't a holiday route. It's a lifeline for many who depend on travelling for medical check-ups, work commitments or family matters. These prices are pushing people to the edge,' she said. For Raymond Chong, 41, who runs a logistics company, the limited choice of carriers only adds to the frustration. 'It's either MasWings or Malaysia Airlines, sometimes small planes, sometimes a Boeing. There's no real competition, so you either pay or don't go,' he said.

Labuan-Kota Kinabalu airfare soars to RM1,207, pricier than flights to Seoul, Bangkok
Labuan-Kota Kinabalu airfare soars to RM1,207, pricier than flights to Seoul, Bangkok

The Star

time2 days ago

  • Business
  • The Star

Labuan-Kota Kinabalu airfare soars to RM1,207, pricier than flights to Seoul, Bangkok

LABUAN: Travellers from the duty-free island here are voicing frustration over skyrocketing airfares for the Labuan-Kota Kinabalu route, whish is now more expensive than international flights to Bangkok and Seoul. For many in Labuan, air travel is not a luxury but a necessity – yet tickets for the 35-minute domestic flight are as high as RM1,207 for a one-way trip on July 2. By comparison, tickets for flights from Kota Kinabalu to Bangkok, which takes about three hours, start at RM411, while flights to Seoul, a journey of over five hours, are priced from RM661. David Lee, 49, who frequently travels between the two locations for an oil and gas business, told Bernama the fares were "absurd" and "unacceptable". "I was planning my usual trip to Kota Kinabalu for a meeting and was shocked to see fares exceeding RM1,200. How can a flight under one hour cost more than an international trip to Korea?" he said. Another traveller, Nurul Shafiqah Abdullah, 34, a government officer based in Labuan, said such high fares strain those who rely on the route for essential reasons. "This isn't a holiday route. It's a lifeline for many who depend on travelling for medical check-ups, work commitments or family matters. These prices are pushing people to the edge," she said. For Raymond Chong, 41, who runs a logistics company, the limited choice of carriers only adds to the frustration. "It's either MasWings or Malaysia Airlines, sometimes small planes, sometimes a Boeing. There's no real competition, so you either pay or don't go," he said. Local entrepreneur Faridah Musa, 45, urged the federal government and aviation authorities to address the pricing mechanism, calling the issue more than just a travel inconvenience. "We are an island with no road access. Flights are essential, not optional. At this point, it's not just an inconvenience, it's an economic disadvantage for us." She said calls are mounting for transparency in fare structures and for greater efforts to introduce more airline competition to ensure affordable travel for the people of Labuan. – Bernama

Lee Partners Law Launches to Fight for Injured Workers Using Insider Defense Knowledge
Lee Partners Law Launches to Fight for Injured Workers Using Insider Defense Knowledge

Associated Press

time3 days ago

  • Business
  • Associated Press

Lee Partners Law Launches to Fight for Injured Workers Using Insider Defense Knowledge

Lee Partners Law: Injury Attorneys LLP brings a family-owned, client-first approach backed by decades of inside insurance defense experience. A new California law firm is opening its doors with a bold mission: to protect injured workers using the same insider strategies once used against them. Lee Partners Law: Injury Attorneys LLP, founded by brothers David A. Lee and Michael Lee, launches today with a statewide focus on workers' compensation cases—and a deep commitment to fighting for working families. What sets the firm apart is the background of its founders. Both attorneys spent over two decades combined defending insurance companies and major employers. Now, the brothers are putting that knowledge to use on the other side—helping injured workers navigate a system that's often confusing, unfair, and stacked against them. 'We're brothers, business partners, and former defense attorneys who've sat inside insurance war rooms,' said David Lee, Founding Attorney. 'We know exactly how those companies try to reduce or deny claims. And now we're using everything we learned to protect the people they overlook—injured workers.' Headquartered in Los Angeles and serving all of California, Lee Partners Law is a family-run practice built on trust, integrity, and aggressive legal representation. The firm's focus is 100% workers' compensation law, handling everything from denied claims and delayed treatment to serious injuries and maximum-value settlements. The Lees say their approach combines hard-hitting strategy with personalized, compassionate service—something they believe only a small, family-led firm can provide. 'We're not a giant corporate office. We're two brothers who grew up together, work side by side, and care deeply about every client who walks through our doors,' added Michael Lee, Partner. 'This firm is personal to us—and that makes us fight even harder.' Lee Partners Law is proud to represent the workers who keep cities running. These are the people who power California every day, and they deserve someone in their corner when they get hurt on the job. For more information or to schedule a free case evaluation, visit: Media Contact Company Name: Lee Partners Law: Work Injury Attorneys Contact Person: David A Lee Email: Send Email Phone: 3102950822 Address:PO Box 3869 City: Valley Village State: CA 91617 Country: United States Website: Source: Brand Push

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