Malaysia on Friday officially opened a new airport built specifically for the fast-growing budget-travel sector, The new facility near the main Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) officially commenced operations at 12:05 am (1605 GMT) when a flight by Malaysia-based Malindo Air touched down.
Dubbed “KLIA2”, authorities say the facility is the world´s largest built specifically for budget airlines.
It is a modern, spacious change from an existing nearby low-cost terminal in use since 2006 — a cramped and bare-bones airport resembling a bus station.
The high-ceiling KLIA2 is about four times bigger, features natural lighting, a sky bridge connecting to a satellite terminal and dozens of restaurant and shopping outlets.
