Flying Malaysia Airlines MH624 on the Boeing 737-800 is a short 45-minute hop between Singapore and Kuala Lumpur, but even on this brief route, the airline offers a full-service business class experience. I flew this sector recently and here’s my honest take on the cabin, seat, meal, and overall value.
The Boeing 737-800 operating MH624 felt relatively new and refreshed, especially compared to the aircraft used on MH611, which has a noticeably older cabin. Boarding was quick, and the light load made the overall experience smooth and stress-free.
Business Cabin and Seat Experience
The Business Class cabin features comfortable, newer seats that feel more modern than those on other regional MH flights. I was greeted with a welcome drink and a hot towel before takeoff — a nice premium touch considering the short duration of this flight.
Being seated in the first row offered spacious legroom, which made the seat feel more open and comfortable. The seat also came with a blanket and pillow, though honestly, for such a short hop, I didn’t get to make much use of them.
Inflight Dining
Even on a 45-minute sector, Malaysia Airlines serves a light meal in Business Class. There were two options on my flight:
- Vegetarian sandwich
- Chicken satay
I went for the chicken satay with a glass of water. While the flavour was there, I found the satay to be slightly overcooked. Given how short the flight is, the meal service felt a little rushed — you barely have time to savour it before descent begins.
Overall Thoughts
For such a short regional hop, the MH624 Business Class experience was pleasant and efficient. The refreshed cabin, attentive crew, and proper meal service all add a premium touch. However, considering the 45-minute duration, it might not be worth paying for business class unless:
- You want lounge access before departure (you’ll get SATS Premier Lounge passes if you check in early at Changi).
- You value priority boarding and extra comfort during the flight.
Otherwise, Malaysia Airlines’ Economy Class on this route is already quite comfortable for such a short journey.
