By Y. Sulaiman l eTN Asia

Oasis Hong Kong Airlines, which announced its entry into the crowded low cost carrier market as a long-distance carrier, has confirmed it will start its Hong Kong to London flights starting in October this year, reports new wires.

"We are pleased to announce the first ever low fare, high quality long-haul Hong Kong to London flights using a fleet of Boeing 747-400 planes. We look forward to launching flights to more destinations in the future," added Steve Miller, CEO of Oasis Hong Kong, at its launching announcement.

The airline plans five flights a week initially, charging as low as 75 pounds sterling, plus tax for a single journey.

Oasis Airlines flights will offer 81 'luxury' business class and 278 'spacious' economy class seats. In addition, Oasis will offer a range of personalized options, including advance seat reservation, lounge passes for upgrading to gourmet menus as extras.

Added Miller, “Business travelers as well as consumers are increasingly becoming price conscious and I believe we not only deliver on price, but offer passengers a flexible and high quality service."