Abha becomes Air Arabia’s 8th Saudi destination

Air Arabia's, described as the first and largest low-cost carrier (LCC) in the MENA, has started operating to Abha from its primary hub in Sharjah.
The new service marks the carrier's eighth destination in the Kingdom and 85th worldwide. Air Arabia offers two weekly flights to Abha, making it easier and more convenient for passengers to travel between the two cities.
Operating on Mondays and Saturdays, Air Arabia’s Abha service departs from Sharjah International Airport at 1:50 p.m. and arrive Abha International Airport at 3:40 p.m. Return flights depart from Abha on the same days at 4:20 p.m. and arrive in Sharjah at 8:10 p.m.
"The launch of Abha in Saudi Arabia is a continuation of Air Arabia’s commitment to offer multiple destinations in the Kingdom," said, Air Arabia's Group Chief Executive Officer Adel Ali. "Saudi Arabia remains a key focus for the airline as we continue to explore opportunities for growth in this market. With the launch of twice weekly direct flights from Sharjah, we are confident that our customers will benefit from a unique value driven product, while further strengthening the ever increasing economic ties between the UAE and Saudi Arabia."
Offering 88 weekly non-stop flights to Saudi Arabia from Sharjah, and its Alexandria hub in Egypt, Air Arabia continues to strengthen its intra-regional Arab network offering customers a wider choice for affordable air travel.
In addition to Abha, Air Arabia operates non-stop flights to Madinah, Riyadh, Taif, Jeddah, Dammam, Qassim and Yanbu.
The city of Abha is the capital of Asir, a south-western province in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It is a popular tourist destination due to natural attractions such as its seasonal weather and fertile mountains.