Malaysia Airlines adds December 2026 charter flights from Kuala Lumpur to Sapporo

Based on · First reported 2 Oct 2026

Malaysia Airlines announced a charter service to Hokkaido that will operate in December 2026, flying nonstop from Kuala Lumpur to Sapporo New Chitose. The flights are scheduled to run from 5 December to 30 December 2026, with departures every five days. Two flight numbers, MH8538 and MH8539, will be used on an Airbus A330‑300 aircraft.
The limited‑time charter provides a direct link between Malaysia and the Japanese island of Hokkaido, expanding travel options for passengers during the winter period. Operating a wide‑body A330‑300 on a five‑day rotation suggests the airline is targeting a niche market with sufficient demand for a nonstop service over the holiday season.

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