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Flying Malaysia Airlines - SYD to KUL $520 rtn, MEL to KUL $506 rtn

Pretty much any date except around Christmas and New Year.

Also available for those of you with friends or relatives in Singapore/Malaysia wanting to visit Oz.

SIN to SYD return around A$450
SIN to MEL return around A$435
KUL to SYD/MEL return around A$473

Please, no comments about MH370/MH17. Flying is the safest form of transportation and if you are irrational and choose not to fly Malaysia Airlines, then that's your prerogative.

Malaysia Airlines is also only one of seven airlines to have a 5 star rating awarded by Skytrax

I personally will fly with whatever is the cheapest oneworld airline (as I am QFF Platinum) and have booked and will be flying Malaysia airlines four times in the next year. And no, it is unlikely they will fold - the Malaysian government would not allow it, especially because they are mostly government owned. Heck, the Malaysian Airlines 777 and KLIA are featured on their currency.

Edit - as per comments, may be a little cheaper @ travel.com.au

Update 8 Aug: Note that MAS is in the progress of being restructured and privatised

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    • StewBalls on 06/08/2014 - 12:27
      -4

      I kinda feel sorry for these guys, everything that has happened was out of their control,

      I feel sorry for the families; particularly those of MH370; all of whom were left in utter hell whilst the egregiously self-serving scumbags of MAS kept their mouths shut about their own incompetence & complicity in the uncertainty over the fates of loved ones.

      Doing the decent thing & advising families immediately was never out of their control! Personally, I'd be happy to see them go to the wall.

      • eug on 06/08/2014 - 12:37
        +8

        I think it's a lose-lose situation.

        From what I read, they were slow in providing updates because they wanted to make sure the information was properly verified first. The media on the other hand, report whatever they hear regardless of fact. Also, various opinions from whoever they can find get reported, and people take them as fact.

        People see that the media is providing more information than MAS, so blame MAS for keeping quiet.

        If MAS gave updates as frequently as the media, they would then be blasted for giving inaccurate information. How many times did you read about all sorts of leads in the news which turned out to be false? Even Tony Abbott announced that the aussie S&R team were confident they knew the position of the black box. Imagine if MAS told all the family members that they knew where the box was, but ended up not finding it.

        So which is better? Providing frequent but inaccurate updates, or infrequent but accurate updates? Is giving false hope better or worse than keeping people in the dark for a while? They lose either way, unfortunately!

        • StewBalls on 06/08/2014 - 12:58
          +1

          Is giving false hope better or worse than keeping people in the dark for a while?

          I dunno, how about just some good old fashioned honesty!

        • eug on 06/08/2014 - 13:01
          +5

          @StewBalls:

          I dunno, how about just some good old fashioned honesty!

          Weren't they being honest by not giving possibly inaccurate information? They don't know what happened, and that's what they said.

        • StewBalls on 06/08/2014 - 13:03

          @eug:

          They don't know what happened, and that's what they said.

          Yes, but it was the inordinate amount of time taken for that revelation that is at issue here…note how much more timely the news regarding MH17 was proffered, at least they learned at least one thing from the MH370 debacle.

        • eug on 06/08/2014 - 13:08
          +7

          @StewBalls:

          Yes, but it was the inordinate amount of time taken for that revelation that is at issue here…

          They released a media statement about the missing plane at 7am, an hour after the plane was due to land. It sounds like they were hoping that somehow all comms were down but the pilots still had control of the plane.

          How much earlier should they have done it? Is the 4.5 hours between when they were informed and when they released the media report, an inordinate amount of time?

        • StewBalls on 06/08/2014 - 16:18
          +2

          @eug: We're gonna have to agree to disagree on this.

          Look, let's face facts here, I'm not the only one who feels that the entire MH370 situation has been handled poorly by both MAS & the MLY govt. If there really had been an appropriate level of timeliness & transparency then MAS would certainly not be in the position it is today.

          You've stated that you'd be happier to be kept in the dark, fine, that's your prerogative; but almost every person I've spoken to would beg to differ, myself included…I wanna know what they know, when they know it!

          To be brutally frank, I'm kind of with jv to some extent…for an airline to utterly lose (like, NFI???) a plane in 2014 is just piss-poor.

        • eug on 06/08/2014 - 16:49
          +4

          @StewBalls:

          We're gonna have to agree to disagree on this.

          Oh I'm not trying to change your mind. There's enough room for more than one opinion. I'm just trying to find out the reasoning behind yours.

          If there really had been an appropriate level of timeliness & transparency then MAS would certainly not be in the position it is today.

          I've read all about that too, but lets turn the tables for a while. If you were MAS, and really had no idea where your plane was, how would you go about addressing everyone in a more timely fashion? ATC reported the plane missing at 2.40am. Would you spend time to try and figure out what was happening, or release something immediately, or ..?

          If you kept receiving conflicting reports on where the plane could be, of sightings from oil rigs, islands, and fishermen, of pings from black boxes in various locations, of new satellite data that still didn't seem to help right away … what information would you release, and when?

          You've stated that you'd be happier to be kept in the dark, fine, that's your prerogative; but almost every person I've spoken to would beg to differ, myself included.

          I'd be wary of groupthink in situations like that. It's easy for everyone to comment on a situation without actually thinking of putting themselves in both parties' shoes.

          Also if you look back, I never stated a preference. I said whichever way they went, people will complain. Surely you can see how sending distraught family members on a whirlpool of emotions and false leads can be just as bad as only periodically releasing information.

          To be brutally frank, I'm kind of with jv to some extent…for an airline to utterly lose (like, NFI???) a plane in 2014 is just piss-poor.

          Well .. stranger things have happened. The black boxes and majority of passenger bodies in the Air France jet that crashed in 2009 were only found in 2011. And there was no switching off of transponders or radios involved - everything was functioning.

          S&R even knew where the plane crashed as 50 bodies were recovered earlier on. But it still took them 2 years to find the black boxes and the rest of the bodies.

          Perhaps the ICAO should make real-time tracking mandatory now, if it's economically feasible.

  • Peck on 06/08/2014 - 12:18

    I have flown their 747's several times business class. They were a bit shabby, seats aged and lacking support etc. etc. I know that they are no longer flying their 747's to Aust. but from that cabin perspective I cannot rate them well.

    • bohn on 06/08/2014 - 12:36

      I flew Business from AU to KR last year - the cabin was nice enough. Flew Cathay business more recently.. think I'll always fly business cathay where I can from now on ;)

    • jv on 06/08/2014 - 12:39
      -5

      I have flown their 747's several times business class.

      That is awesome…

      I started in a DC-3, what was your first commercial plane?

  • Koolbargain on 06/08/2014 - 12:19
    +3

    I flew through KL early this year, was late for flight and they didn't even bother checking my bags through the machine lol.

    • Lord Fart Bucket on 06/08/2014 - 12:32
      +8

      As someone that flies regularly, i fail to see the lol in this…

      • Koolbargain on 06/08/2014 - 12:59

        They did check my hand carry when we arrived at the KL airport for a stopover, but when leaving the airport, they didn't check us again when entering the departure lounge which is separate from the main area, however the guy did say I'm not allowed the water bottle on the plane (which I was holding).

    • eug on 06/08/2014 - 12:37

      They didn't check your carry-on luggage?

    • shadowarrior on 06/08/2014 - 12:52
      +1

      I will be seriously concerned if that's a habit for them.

    • [Deactivated] on 06/08/2014 - 14:19
      +1

      I got through Sydney Airport security with a cut throat razor once by mistake, they didnt even see it. Im sure a lot of things pass through security unnoticed also.

  • Lancerx on 06/08/2014 - 12:48

    WOW.. that's cheap! you get 30kgs of luggae too..

    • jv on 06/08/2014 - 12:56
      -2

      you get 30kgs of luggae too

      Yum !!!

      What flavour luggae?

  • [Deactivated] on 06/08/2014 - 13:02

    Is Halal food available on this flight???

    • Lord Fart Bucket on 06/08/2014 - 13:03
      +1

      Malaysia being a muslim country… my guess would be "Yes".

    • zennakamura on 06/08/2014 - 13:18

      All food are Halal in Malaysia Airlines except the beer and wine of course.

      • jv on 06/08/2014 - 13:19
        +1

        Do they serve beer and wine?

        • Shaolinking on 07/08/2014 - 09:23

          Yes they do. If you prefer special halal/vegetarian meals you need to let them know in advance.

  • surm on 06/08/2014 - 13:11
    +2

    OP,

    .
    Pretty much any date except Christmas and New Year.
    .
    .

    I tried with Dec 19th Departure from Sydney and return on Jan 9th, but the prices are about $1700+. In fact any date around that seems to be the same price. Here is a screenshot.

    http://postimg.org/image/t8rt82m79/

    Am I doing something incorrect?

    Thanks

    • eug on 06/08/2014 - 13:15

      That's peak season, right around Christmas and New Year. It's going to be pretty difficult to find cheap tickets then, I think.

      • surm on 06/08/2014 - 13:19
        +1

        From what I can find, this discounted fare is for departures until Dec 10th for 2014. And they resume sometime in Jan 2015. I was interested because OP mentioned that ".pretty much any date except Christmas and New Year."

        • eug on 06/08/2014 - 13:21

          He should have probably said "pretty much any date except around Christmas and New Year". That's when airlines make the most money to balance out the cheaper tickets during other times, I think!

        • cheap0 on 06/08/2014 - 14:26

          @eug: yes around….edited…thanks..I assumed that everyone knew airlines rorted the public during Dec to Jan :)

  • neonlight on 06/08/2014 - 13:24
    +1

    Only here to read the comments

    neonlight on 06/08/2014 - 13:24 (Collapsed - Offtopic. Show)
    • banzini on 06/08/2014 - 13:37
      -1

      dan bilzerian

  • Happy501 on 06/08/2014 - 13:35

    1500 dollar surcharge/taxes for a 1400 dollar flight??? WTF

  • Happy501 on 06/08/2014 - 13:39

    I checked the breakdown of surcharges. The Insurance is 80% the cost of the ticket. I have never seen that before.

    • Shaolinking on 06/08/2014 - 14:41

      It happens to Airasia sometime.

  • suicine94 on 06/08/2014 - 13:44
    +1

    good deal OP

  • auna on 06/08/2014 - 13:55
    +1

    I think they should be cheaper. In a way they are. Full empty rows for every customer at the moment.

  • Shaolinking on 06/08/2014 - 14:40
    +1

    So lightning doesnt strike the same place the 3rd time?

    • lolmao on 06/08/2014 - 17:43

      no unless you have any evidence of this phenomenon

  • joannatan on 06/08/2014 - 14:56

    looking back to china with MAS, so far no cheap fare yet :(

  • surm on 06/08/2014 - 15:06

    Here is a list of published fares for Sydney-Malaysia (return) with validity dates.

    http://www.lastminute.com.au/international-flights/cheap-air…

  • illz on 06/08/2014 - 15:45
    -7

    Can't wait for them to go bust.

    • bbqwer on 06/08/2014 - 19:09

      How many ppl will lose job ? seems okay to you ? an idiot

      • illz on 06/08/2014 - 23:20
        -3

        https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/153372#comment-2125513
        -46 votes
        bbqwer on 19/07/2014 - 17:07 new
        "Another way: tell him you already sent it by regular mail post office ( real fact you did not send )

        After 1-2 weeks item not arrive, tell him you will check with post office bla bla bla….

        Then finally tell him lost in transit. N give him refund! LOL

        Bad bad boy"

        I think we both know who the idiot is :)

  • lbkmumma on 06/08/2014 - 15:48
    -6

    Seems quite expensive for a one way ticket w NO return to Earth.

    • smartazz104 on 07/08/2014 - 10:43

      Sounds like you left Earth a long time ago…

  • antzz on 06/08/2014 - 15:49
    -1

    MH really??

  • power71 on 06/08/2014 - 15:52

    Regardless what you think of the airline, its a very cheap way to build your status credits with a One World carrier at around $4-5 per SC compared to Qantas' $8-$10 per SC

    • hayne on 06/08/2014 - 20:08

      Very good point, although AFAIK, Qantas is just about to go through a large devaluation of SC on partner airlines to go with their recent points overhaul. If that applies to when you fly (rather than when you book), then that throws your calcs out. Do you know if that is the case?

      • power71 on 08/08/2014 - 09:19

        Generally any advance bookings made retain the points and SC's at the time of the original booking. Qantas has just released a very good Status Credit and Points Calculator on their website for both their flights and Codeshare flights with Emirates, American, Malaysian and British Airways. Just search 'calculator' on their website.

  • f38r1 on 06/08/2014 - 17:00
    +2

    I know that this could happen to any airlines, but until MH370 is found and cause of accident determined, I rather avoid Malaysia Airlines at all cost.
    Call me superstitious

  • paulaus on 06/08/2014 - 17:04
    +2

    bad luck comes in threes i think i will pass for now.

    • smartazz104 on 07/08/2014 - 10:44

      You think? Why start now?

  • smpantsonfire on 06/08/2014 - 17:09
    +6

    Where are the mods.

    • overlook on 06/08/2014 - 17:22
      +3

      Obviously mods are holding popcorns and enjoying the dramas seeing how the that negative votes didn't even make sense. Even if the negative vote was because AirAsia is cheaper would still make more sense. It's not ozbargain, it's ozwikileak

    • gummibear on 06/08/2014 - 21:54

      Use the report button if you think something is inappropriate. They are very fast at removing reported comments if needed, usually within minutes.

  • Kamsi on 06/08/2014 - 17:30

    oh boy, so bloody tempted but the misses won't allow it :)

    • apey2000 on 06/08/2014 - 23:00
      +2

      Smart misses! She's a keeper!!

  • Posts on 06/08/2014 - 19:33
    +1

    When airlines priorities cost savings over safety, it's time to find a safer airline. I mean how many times can you afford to die? And for what? A cheap airline ticket? Thx but no thx.

    • smartazz104 on 07/08/2014 - 10:46
      +4

      I bet before all this most people, including yourself, never considered safety as your top priority when flying. I bet most of you weren't even aware of flight paths over active warzones and never thought of such things. Seems like once the MSM gets a hold of something everyone jumps on the bandwagon and finds an opinion.

  • calvink on 06/08/2014 - 19:52
    +3

    used to fly in South East Asia country at least twice a month (got to Elite level is FF program in 12 mths), flew with MAS many times.they are better in terms of Service on board (even compared to SIA), the cabin crew are more friendly and more approachable. I feel overall flight experience is better with MAS,

  • apey2000 on 06/08/2014 - 23:16
    +1

    With you bro. Used to fly to SE Asia every 1 - 2 months for work, with approximately 25% of my patronage being with MAS. I found the MAS kabaya costumes a little tighter than those on SIA, and the girls a little more approachable. Loved the service.

    Should highlight that my experiences are limited to the services provided by the flight attendant girls in tight costumes. Can't vouch for pilots or airline policies. Given that we're here talking about it I guess those were either ok, or we were just lucky! ;)

  • Shaolinking on 07/08/2014 - 09:37

    no offense but i rather take airasia + optiontown for upgrades.

    • gamesover on 07/08/2014 - 11:45

      Agree. It is cheap. But it is not worth to risk my life.

  • youface on 07/08/2014 - 15:07

    Is anyone else having a problem booking from the MAS website. I selected dates 12th - 21st Sep 2014, gave me a total of $750 return, then at the summary page it is $6500?

  • haz on 08/08/2014 - 11:28

    Malaysia Airline's shares suspended pending announcement
    http://www.smh.com.au/business/aviation/malaysia-airlines-sh…

  • jv on 08/08/2014 - 13:34

    Just heard, Malaysian Airlines is to be delisted and privatised.

    The Government has given up on them…

    • Lord Fart Bucket on 08/08/2014 - 13:44

      Wow. That was quick.

    • overlook on 08/08/2014 - 14:21
      +2

      Again… another ignorant…

      Delisted so the government backed fund Khazanah can take over the whole Airline. In short still government owned.

      Khazanah Nasional Berhad is the Government of Malaysia's strategic investment fund. So now NO ONE on the street will be a shareholder of the Airline as government owns it all

      • jv on 08/08/2014 - 14:28

        It is being delisted…

        Malaysia Airlines to be privatised after plane disasters

      • Lord Fart Bucket on 08/08/2014 - 14:31
        +1

        In short still government owned.

        Yep: http://www.straitstimes.com/news/business/companies/story/ma…

        Khazanah said all stakeholders will need to work together to save the company via a "complete overhaul of the national carrier on all relevant aspects … (including) the airline's operations, business model, finances, human capital and regulatory environment." "Nothing less will be required in order to revive our national airline to be profitable as a commercial entity and to serve its function as a critical national development entity," it said.

        Take it back to government ownership, without any interference restructure the hell out of it, see if it will work.

        • jv on 08/08/2014 - 14:58
          -1

          Take it back to government ownership,

          It will be owned by Khazanah Nasional, which has limited liability…

        • eug on 08/08/2014 - 15:02

          @jv:
          If the government had given up on them they wouldn't bother buying it with their own investment arm. They would just let them declare bankruptcy.

        • Lord Fart Bucket on 08/08/2014 - 15:10

          @eug:

          And sack nearly 20,000 employees in one go? That'll be popular.
          I admit they've just had their elections… politically they could survive it.

          But that kind of move would not go down well.

        • eug on 08/08/2014 - 15:55
          +1

          @Martijn: So my point stands - they haven't given up on them. Of course instead of declaring bankruptcy they could just be sold off whole or in parts to other airlines or companies.

        • Lord Fart Bucket on 08/08/2014 - 16:32

          @eug:

          I don't know if they've given up, we will see what happens after the restructure,

  • shopaholic32 on 09/08/2014 - 01:59
    +3

    Poor MAS, feel sorry for them after the second incident that is not even their fault, talking about being unlucky of all the airline….. they shot down the MH.

  • Clementt on 09/08/2014 - 03:34

    Lolx.. I already know this was going to happen. I told my friend it will never wind up as it has the government backing it. It is definately a good buy when its share price drop. My friend used to work in Khazanah, but left when it is near election as they were ordered to put everything on hold until the election is done, in case, the current government lost.

  • GS9891 on 09/08/2014 - 06:25

    Honestly the thing that would worry me more than anything about booking with Malaysian is whether the airline will still exist or not by the date of my flight.

  • Eeples on 01/09/2014 - 17:49

    When I compare MA with AirAsia I am mindful of the service levels.

    However, SYD-PNH return for $366.04 (no bags, with chicken satays) on AirAsia [The price I got on an AirAsia Special) beats MA SYD-KUL return for $520 because the difference in service (for me) doesn't make up for the more expensive price.

    [I also always do the OptionTown lottery; keeps me optimistic about the flight]

  • nerve on 05/09/2014 - 03:02
    -1

    I would like to live I personally don't have a deathwish and will never fly Malaysian Airlines. I will never be a tightwad when it comes to my and my families lives so I'll stick to Qantas First thanks!

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