Batik Air’s entry into the New Zealand market last week was the big talking point at Tourism Malaysia’s roadshow in Auckland in September.

Batik Air has launched four new weekly services between Perth and Denpasar, increasing to daily flights from October. Flights to Kuala Lumpur will be increased to 14 times a week.

Promotional fares for Perth-Bali start from A$454 return all inclusive, and for Perth-Kuala Lumpur from A$579 return all-inclusive with 20kgs free baggage allowance. Business class services are available on selected flights.