Demand for air tickets to Malaysia have tripled for the Chinese New Year period, said Jetstar Asia.- LIANHE ZAOBAO
Lim, 23, who works in the food and beverage industry, said: “If we don’t buy early, the fares may double nearer to the Chinese New Year dates.” A spokesperson for budget airline Jetstar Asia said the demand for air tickets to Malaysia has tripled for the festive period compared with non-peak periods. Bus companies have also raised ticket prices, citing reasons such as a shortage of bus drivers and the expected traffic jams at the Causeway.
The bus company plans to increase its number of trips, but will have to take into account a lack of bus drivers, added the spokesperson.