The companies Malaysia Airlines and Qantasboth members of the oneworld alliance, are taking their collaboration to a new level with the signing of a code-share partnership. The aim is to simplify travel between Australia, Malaysia and beyond. It offers passengers greater choice, fluidity and comfort.
Thanks to this agreement, Malaysia Airlines will affix its "MH" code to 18 domestic routes operated by Qantas in Australia, facilitating connections from major international gateways to cities such as Canberra, Darwin, Hobart or Launceston.
For its part, Qantas will place its code "QF" on Malaysia Airlines flights between Kuala Lumpur to Australia's major cities, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Adélaïdebut also to Singapore and several iconic Malaysian destinations such as Langkawi, Penang, Kota Kinabalu and Kuching.
This partnership accompanies Malaysia Airlines' expansion in Australia. From 29 November 2025The airline will resume its flights to Brisbane with five weekly frequencies. Services to Melbourne and Sydney will be increased to three daily flights from 30 and 31 October 2025. À In Perth, service will be increased from 12 to 14 weekly flights from 1 December 2025.whileAdelaide will benefit from a daily service from 1 February 2026. These developments reflect Malaysia Airlines' determination to consolidate its presence in this key market over the long term.
" Our partnership with Qantas is a decisive step in anchoring Malaysia Airlines in Australia, a cornerstone of our long-term strategy. The increase in frequencies, the A330neo roll-out and the re-launch of Brisbane illustrate our commitment to meeting growing demand while elevating the premium experience for our passengers. "said Izham Ismail, Managing Director of Malaysia Aviation Group.
Cam Wallace, Chief Executive Officer of Qantas International, added: " As oneworld's partner in AsiaWe are delighted to strengthen our collaboration with Malaysia Airlines. This partnership makes it easier for our customers to travel to Malaysia, while giving them access to the benefits of our frequent flyer programme and our premium services. New agreement makes travel smoother than ever. It also illustrates our desire to offer ever greater choice and convenience through a rapidly expanding network of partners.. "
