I had a very nice flight from Kuala Lumpur to Bali on a brand new Malaysia Airlines A330-900neo business class, a beautiful aircraft with a posh business class cabin.
Malaysia Airlines A330-900neo Business Class – My First Impressions
The only reason I flew to Bali (and why the side trip to Timor-Leste came up) was because I wanted to review the latest addition to the Malaysia Airlines fleet: the A330-900neo. I’ve flown this aircraft on Delta and Virgin Atlantic and quite like it…
I booked my ticket using British Airways Avios at a cost of 22,000 Avios and $38 in taxes (a paid ticket was over 500 USD). After a nice breakfast in the Golden Lounge, I boarded my flight and was so impressed by the sleek cabin design and mood lighting (mood lighting can make any aircraft look sexy).
The cabin has 28 Collins Aerospace Elements seats arranged 1-2-1 in a reverse herringbone pattern with closing doors. There’s wireless charging, storage, and plenty of comfort.
While a flight attendant told me the return leg to Kuala Lumpur was 100% full in both cabins, this flight was lightly-filled, with the business class load factor at under 50%.
In the air, breakfast was served after takeoff, with a choice between:
- Nasi Lemak Chicken Rendang
- Roasted Chicken Thigh with Glass Noodle
- Poha Uppuma with Red Chutney
I had the Nasi Lemak and it was very good (though that “petai” [stink beans] served on the side are incredibly disgusting). Malaysia Airlines does not serve alcohol on domestic or regional flights, but all I wanted was water anyway. Too bad there was no satay on this flight!
Wi-Fi was fast and complimentary for business class passengers. The screen was highly reflective, but had a respectable selection of films and TV shows to choose from.
Service was very warm and attentive and I had a wonderful chat with the purser (just like last time). I’ve never experienced bad service on Malaysia Airlines…
I took a ton of additional pictures and will have more info on the food and beverage selection, amenities, lavatories, IFE, and service in my full review.
In short, this is a far better aircraft than the “flagship” A350-900 in business class.
> Read More: Malaysia Airlines A350-900 Business Class Review
> Read More: Malaysia Airlines First Class: A350 vs. A380
I’m sharing about my whirlwind trip through Asia.
Is the main photo where you are standing up a selfie or did a FA help you take the photo? If a selfie, an explanation on how would be appreciated.
Did they serve alcohol, specifically wine? I know Malaysia Airlines had removed it from some regional routes.