Ladies and gentlemen, this is your Captain speaking. If you look to your right, you will see Air Arabia preparing to launch to a fresh new budget airline in Saudi Arabia.
The UAE-based airline is not alone in the endeavor. The new venture will be a joint effort between Air Arabia, Nesma, and KUN Investment Holding.
Set in the Eastern Province, the new airline will be aimed at improving transport through the region.
The exciting announcement came via the official X account, formerly Twitter, of the General Authority of Civil Aviation on Sunday, July 20. Since then, the buzz around the new venture has been soaring.
Get ready to travel without breaking the bank. Here is everything to know about the Air Arabia-backed airline.
New budget airline in Saudi 2025
Travelling is about to get so much more affordable for you, your gals, and your pals with the launch of the newest airline in the Kingdom. The goal? More flights, more seats, and better options for everyone. It’s all part of Saudi’s sky-high vision to become a top aviation hub, aiming to welcome 330 million passengers and move 4.5 million tons of cargo a year by 2030. Buckle up, the future of flying is taking off.
New budget airline in Saudi 2025 location
The airline will be headquartered at Dammam’s King Fahd International Airport.
New budget airline in Saudi 2025 dates
No official launch date for the airline has been announced, but keep checking Destination KSA to learn when it does.
New budget airline in Saudi 2025 what to expect
Saudi’s skies are getting a low-cost boost. The new budget airline in Saudi is set to take off, flying to 24 local and 57 global destinations with a goal of serving 10 million passengers a year. Backed by a 45-plane fleet, the airline isn’t just flying high, it’s also creating over 2,400 jobs and giving the local economy a serious lift.
More on Saudi aviation
In addition to the new budget airline in Saudi, you can also look forward to the final word in sky-high luxury as Riyadh Air prepares for a much-anticipated take-off near the end of the year. The digital-native airline has released its first-look at the purple cabins. The PIF-backed airline’s GACA license has also been stamped.
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