KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 3 (Bernama) -- Malaysian media practitioners holding a valid Media Accreditation Card issued by the Department of Information (JAPEN), are required to obtain a unique promotion code to redeem a 50 per cent discount on AirAsia flight tickets.
According to a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document released by JAPEN, the promo code can be obtained by completing an application form, and submitting it via email to inisiatifmedia@inform.gov.my.
Once approved, the applicant will receive the promo code within three working days, which can then be used on www.airasia.com or the AirAsia mobile app to book a flight to any of 56 listed ASEAN destinations.
To redeem the offer, users must enter the promo code in the 'Promo Code' field during payment, to enjoy the 50 per cent discount on the base fare.
According to JAPEN, the promotion is open to Malaysian citizens with a Media Accreditation Card, registered on or before June 4 and remaining valid at the time of booking. The offer is limited to the first 12,000 redemptions.
Booking is open until Dec 31 this year, for travel between April 1 and Sept 6, 2026, excluding public holidays and school breaks.
Any change of date or destination after booking is only allowed in accordance with AirAsia’s terms and conditions, and may incur additional charges.
JAPEN clarified that the promotional code is only applicable to the base fare for a single ticket per cardholder, and does not cover additional charges such as baggage, meals, seat selection, airport taxes or other service fees.
“This 50 per cent discount offer is only valid for cardholders and is non-transferable,” the FAQ stated.
Media practitioners seeking further assistance may contact JAPEN officers at 03-8911 7381 or 03-8911 7382 and can check or update their media card status via emedia.penerangan.gov.my.
The initiative is part of a strategic collaboration between the Ministry of Communications and low-cost airline AirAsia, in conjunction with Malaysia’s ASEAN Chairmanship in 2025, as announced during National Journalists Day (HAWANA) 2025, on June 14.
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