"How it is possible for AirAsia to provide such low fares and still make a profit?"
Many people ask us this question when we first started! People are often curious because such a service has never been available in Asia before and the concept is new here. The answer to this is that AirAsia uses new and innovative cost optimizing techniques such as quicker turnaround times and maximising of flight utilisation for our aircrafts.
We realized that it was possible to optimize the cost of traditional air travel while continuing to maintain the most important elements: Safety, Service and Schedules!
Here is a very simple fare explanation.
All fares are quoted one way to allow guests the flexibility to choose where and when they would like to fly. AirAsia does not stipulate any restrictions to qualify for the cheapest fares; thus our tagline "Now Everyone Can Fly".
Our fares are based on supply and demand and prices usually increase as seats are sold on every flight. So, the earlier you book, the cheaper the fare will generally be. Our booking system continually reviews bookings for all future flights and tries to predict how popular each flight is likely to be.
But, we will never offer low fares at the expense of what's important: the best pilots, ground staff and maintenance crew! We have them and we're very proud of them!
HOW WE OFFER SUCH LOW FARES?
Fares can be offered at such good value because of the following reasons:
Ticketless. Traditional tickets cost a lot of money to print process and deliver to the guest, by saving on these costs it allows us to pass these savings to you. Instead of tickets, we will provide you with an itinerary which include your booking number, payment and travel details upon completion of your booking. During check-in, you only need to mention the booking number and must present your identification card (IC) or passport for identification purposes.
No frills. Under the "no-frills" service, there are no complimentary meals or drinks. Instead, AirAsia guests are given the choice of purchasing a variety of mouth watering and yummy treats and drinks on board at a surprisingly low price.
(In view of the region's diversified culture, AirAsia does not permit outside food and beverage to be consumed onboard.)
One class, free seating and boarding. Additionally, AirAsia operates a first-come-first-served boarding system that allows you to choose where you wish to sit once you are on board. AirAsia adopted this policy so that you are encouraged to board the aircraft early and avoid guest related delays. Of course, AirAsia's boarding procedures allow provisions for the elderly, handicapped and families with children to be given priority, provided they are at the boarding gate when boarding commences.
One type of aircraft. While other airlines spend money training staff and maintaining many types of aircrafts, we concentrate on just one - modern Boeing 737-300 jets. Our crews are specifically trained and are experts in our aircraft. This means operations and maintenance remain efficient and focused. And our fleet is younger than any of the big airlines.
Frequent Flyer Programmes. Programmes such as these are expensive and targetted at specific guests only! Instead of providing this service for just a few people we would rather lower the cost of travel for everybody.
I would recommend AirAsia to everyone. It's very cheap. I booked a few flights within Malasia most about 1 or 2 weeks ahead, even then the price wasn't more than 16/18 euros! (including airport tax)
If I compare it to Easyjet or Ryanair, then i would say its better. Why? More legspace and cheaper drinks etc.
Air Asia always offers very low fares, but it is worth keeping in mind that the advertised promotional fares are very rarely, almost never, available.
Luckily, the standard fares they offer are still much cheaper than the competition anyway. For example, if you visit the company website now, much is made of the discounts on offer to various destinations.
For example, they offer 60 Baht one way BKK-Udon Thani, from October 1st until March 2006. As usual, this fare is just a big hook for the unsuspecting punter and the real fare is 600 Baht.
Still very, very cheap but I think they should just cut the b***shit and say what they've really got.
Air Asia always offers very low fares, but it is worth keeping in mind that the advertised promotional fares are very rarely, almost never, available.
Luckily, the standard fares they offer are still much cheaper than the competition anyway. For example, if you visit the company website now, much is made of the discounts on offer to various destinations.
For example, they offer 60 Baht one way BKK-Udon Thani, from October 1st until March 2006. As usual, this fare is just a big hook for the unsuspecting punter and the real fare is 600 Baht.
Still very, very cheap but I think they should just cut the b******* and say what they've really got.
Agreed...... but one must remember and call to mind who is the #1 bulls***ter in this part of the world.... & his tie to the airline...
Maybe to the Western mind , no BS just the facts is the correct business way..... and maybe overhere just BS and get the money is the correct business way
Maybe to the Western mind , no BS just the facts is the correct business way..... and maybe over here just BS and get the money is the correct business way
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