jwotravelexpert
Active Member
It’s a short hop between Kuala Lumpur and Bangkok - but can Malaysia Airlines make it feel truly premium?
I recently flew Malaysia Airlines’ Boeing 737-800 in Business Class on this popular regional route to see how the airline’s short-haul experience holds up. From the Golden Lounge in KLIA to the in-flight service and MHstudio entertainment, I wanted to find out whether MH can still deliver that signature Malaysian hospitality on a flight of under two hours.
Here’s my full video report:
Flight Details:
📍 Route: Kuala Lumpur (KUL) → Bangkok (BKK)
✈️ Aircraft: Boeing 737-800 (9M-MSA)
💺 Cabin: Business Class
⌛ Flight Time: 1 hour 54 minutes
💵 Cost: 16,500 Avios + £36.10 (taxes/fees)
Impressions:
• The Golden Lounge Regional was far better than expected - great service and a calm atmosphere for a short-haul flight.
• Seat comfort and legroom were decent for a 737, no complaints in this department.
• The crew were superb - friendly, proactive, and attentive throughout.
• The meal service was excellent for the flight length.
Overall, a polished short-haul experience that I’d absolutely do again.
Would be keen to hear others’ recent experiences on MH’s regional routes - are you finding their short-haul Business Class consistent these days?
I recently flew Malaysia Airlines’ Boeing 737-800 in Business Class on this popular regional route to see how the airline’s short-haul experience holds up. From the Golden Lounge in KLIA to the in-flight service and MHstudio entertainment, I wanted to find out whether MH can still deliver that signature Malaysian hospitality on a flight of under two hours.
Here’s my full video report:
Flight Details:
📍 Route: Kuala Lumpur (KUL) → Bangkok (BKK)
✈️ Aircraft: Boeing 737-800 (9M-MSA)
💺 Cabin: Business Class
⌛ Flight Time: 1 hour 54 minutes
💵 Cost: 16,500 Avios + £36.10 (taxes/fees)
Impressions:
• The Golden Lounge Regional was far better than expected - great service and a calm atmosphere for a short-haul flight.
• Seat comfort and legroom were decent for a 737, no complaints in this department.
• The crew were superb - friendly, proactive, and attentive throughout.
• The meal service was excellent for the flight length.
Overall, a polished short-haul experience that I’d absolutely do again.
Would be keen to hear others’ recent experiences on MH’s regional routes - are you finding their short-haul Business Class consistent these days?
