Malaysia Airports Holding Bhd (MAHB) is anticipating an increase of passengers in its airport network during the coming long holidays with recent relaxation on domestic travel.

"Our main hub, KL International Airport (IATA code: KUL) is expecting more than 99,000 domestic passengers and 19,000 international passengers for the period between Dec 24 - 31, 2020, a four-fold increase from the same period last month. 

"As such, airports nationwide have increased their vigilance to ensure that all safety measures that have been put in place are well implemented so that passengers are assured of a safe and joyful travel experience in the new normal," said MAHB group chief executive officer Datuk Mohd Shukrie Mohd Salleh in a statement.

Mohd Shukrie said that MAHB airports are prepared to accommodate the increased movement of passengers and comply with the new new standard operating procedures (SOPs).

"Our airport frontliners will be on the ground to help passengers and ensure the processes at each touchpoint are carried out efficiently and for their utmost safety.

"As we strive to provide the best service to all our guests, we would like to remind all passengers to also play their part in adhering to the new norms of travelling, that is by wearing face masks, practising physical distancing and frequently sanitising and washing hands to keep them clean,” he added.

MAHB has issued a travel consultant for all guests during the busy season to guarantee a smooth trip this holiday season.

Passengers are advised to check the airlines on the latest flight schedule, to be able to fly according to the latest government-announced SOPs, to require additional paperwork and medical testing (COVID 19 swab-test) before arrival at the airport and to arrive at least three hours before departure time.