AirBorneo, a Sarawak-owned airline, introduced a 'Harvest in Unity' campaign on May 1, 2026, offering a 20% discount on normal fares across all 21 destinations in its Rural Air Services network. The sales period runs from May 1 to May 5, with travel eligible for the discounted fares from May 23 to June 7, 2026 [1].
The promotion aims to help thousands of Sabahans and Sarawakians return home for the Pesta Kaamatan and Hari Gawai harvest festivals. CEO Megat Ardian Wira said the airline intends "to ensure that distance is no barrier for those wishing to celebrate the peak of the harvest season with their families and communities in longhouses and villages across Borneo" [1].
"‘Harvest in Unity’ is at the heart of everything we do this season," Wira added, emphasizing that for passengers, these flights represent not just travel but "the long-awaited embrace of a parent, the shared meal in a longhouse, and the preservation of our rich cultural heritage" [1].
Booking is available via AirBorneo's official website and mobile app, subject to availability and terms and conditions. The airline prioritizes operational reliability and consistent service during this peak travel period to ensure connectivity for Sabah and Sarawak communities. Wira said, "Our priority is on ensuring operational reliability and consistent service for all our guests. We are dedicated to being the dependable backbone of regional travel, ensuring that our connectivity remains a steady and trusted link for the people of Sabah and Sarawak" [1].
The campaign covers all 21 destinations served under Rural Air Services, facilitating easier travel for remote and rural areas in both states. Travelers planning to fly under the discounted fares should complete bookings within the May 1-5 sales window for travel between May 23 and June 7, coinciding with the traditional festival period [1].
