Malaysia Airlines economy review: Boeing 737 short-haul service

A review of Malaysia Airlines' economy class service on a Boeing 737-800 flight from Hong Kong to Kuala Lumpur highlights the airline as a good value for a full-service carrier on short-haul Asian routes.

Key service details include a standard 3-3 seat layout with 76 centimeters of legroom in regular economy seats. All fares include at least 20 kilograms of checked baggage, while “Flex” tickets allow for 35 kilograms. Passengers are provided with a pillow and blanket during the four-hour flight.

The airline operates within the Oneworld alliance and maintains an expanded partnership with Qantas, offering reciprocal codesharing and increased points and status credits for certain fares. Qantas members receive various benefits, including priority check-in for Silver members and lounge access for Gold members and above.