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flynas Expands Operations with New Hub at Abha International Airport

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flynas is expanding its operations in Saudi Arabia with a new hub in Abha, enhancing connectivity and supporting regional development.

Starting March 29, flynas will launch its fifth operational hub at Abha International Airport. This new base will offer direct flights to 11 destinations, including international routes to Dubai, Cairo, Istanbul, and Addis Ababa, along with domestic flights to major cities.

flynas Launches New Hub in Abha

flynas is establishing a significant presence in Abha, marking a milestone as the first Saudi airline to operate from five hubs across the Kingdom. This expansion is a collaboration with Cluster2 company and the Aseer Development Authority.

The new hub will initially provide direct flights to 11 destinations, combining both international and domestic routes. The international services include six permanent routes and seasonal flights to Kuwait and Trabzon.

Domestic flights will connect Abha to Riyadh, Dammam, Jeddah, Madinah, and Tabuk. The airline aims to double the number of destinations served from this hub, further enhancing Saudi Arabia’s aviation network.

Saudi Arabia: Key figures on flynas Abha Operations

  • 11 destinations
  • 156 routes
  • 80 destinations across 38 countries
  • 2,000 weekly flights
  • More than 80 million passengers since 2007
  • Target of 165 destinations within expansion plan

Strategic Goals of the New Operations Base

The establishment of the Abha hub aligns with the National Civil Aviation Strategy and Saudi Vision 2030 objectives. It aims to foster economic growth and tourism development in the Aseer region, positioning it as a year-round global tourist destination.

flynas’ CEO, Bander Almohanna, emphasized that this strategic investment is designed to create an integrated national operating network, enhancing the overall travel experience in the Kingdom.

Future Plans for flynas

  • Gradually double the number of destinations linked to the Abha hub.
  • Continue supporting the National Civil Aviation Strategy.
  • Enhance tourism development in the Aseer region.

flynas is set to transform travel in Saudi Arabia with its new hub in Abha, boosting connectivity and regional growth.

flynas Expands Operations with New Hub at Abha International Airport

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