Flynas with Saudi Air expands global reach with new direct flight from Berlin to Jeddah

Tuesday, March 5, 2024

Flynas, Saudi Arabia’s premier budget airline and a leading global low-cost carrier, recently unveiled its new direct service connecting Berlin with Jeddah, marking the addition of Germany’s capital to its broadening global flight network.

This introduction is part of a strategic alliance with the Saudi Air Connectivity Program (ACP), coinciding with Flynas’ attendance at the ITB Berlin trade show, commencing on March 5, 2024. Flynas showcases its offerings in the Saudi Tourism Authority (STA) pavilion during the event.

Scheduled to start on September 4, 2024, the Berlin-Jeddah flight route will operate three times weekly, linking King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) in Jeddah with Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER).

This expansion is in line with the objectives of the Saudi National Aviation Strategy, which aims to handle 330 million passengers and draw 150 million visitors by 2030, and supports Flynas’ mission to “We Connect the World to the Kingdom,” initiated at the start of the previous year.

Flynas is at the forefront of realizing the Saudi Vision 2030’s goal of enhancing air connectivity to transform the Kingdom into a leading global travel and tourism destination, targeting connectivity with over 250 international locations by the decade’s end. This effort is also in tandem with the Pilgrim Experience Program’s mission to facilitate easier access to the Two Holy Mosques.

On this occasion, Bander Almohanna, the CEO and Managing Director of flynas, stated, “Incorporating Berlin into our international network underscores flynas’ growing presence in Europe and solidifies our position as leaders in the global low-cost aviation sector. We are committed to offering more economical options for passengers seeking direct routes between the Kingdom and European destinations, in alignment with our partnership with ACP and the national ambition to establish the Kingdom as a premier global travel and tourism hub.”

Majid Khan, CEO of ACP, commented, “We are excited about the launch of this new route between Berlin and Jeddah, as we work towards catering to the growing tourism demand from Europe. This added route with Germany through flynas reflects our commitment to enhanced connectivity and a robust air connectivity ecosystem. We look forward to working with our domestic and international partners in opening new routes and offering European travelers more options to discover the wonders of Saudi Arabia.’’

Additionally, Hazim Alhazmi, President of Americas & Europe Markets at the Saudi Tourism Authority, said, “This strategic partnership reinforces the growing relationship between Europe and Saudi Arabia, highlighting our common dedication to mutual advancement and cultural exchange. By enhancing connectivity and facilitating travel to the German market, we are creating new opportunities to engage with our business partners and cater to tourists to Saudi. We extend an invitation for all to discover the unique beauty of Saudi at any time of the year, as a warm welcome awaits you.”

With operations extending to over 70 domestic and international locations, Flynas operates upwards of 1,500 flights weekly and has served over 78 million passengers since its inception in 2007. The airline’s ambitious expansion plan includes reaching 165 destinations worldwide by 2030, aligning with Saudi Vision 2030’s objectives.

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