AirAsia X , is a new long haul budget airline operated by AirAsia X Sdn. Bhd. (previously known as FlyAsianXpress Sdn. Bhd.) . Its first service commenced on 2 November 2007 to Gold Coast, Australia from its base Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
AirAsia X franchises the brand name of AirAsia, Asia's largest low cost carrier, which uses a common ticketing website, livery, uniforms, and management style with AirAsia.
AirAsia X is also affiliated with Virgin Group and Air Canada.