By Muhammad Rafiq
SHARJAH: Air Arabia, the Middle East and North Africa’s first and largest low-cost carrier (LCC) operator, has announced the resumptions of its route from Sharjah to Yanbu in Saudi Arabia. The service will further expand Air Arabia’s growing network in the Kingdom, reinforcing its commitment to providing accessible and reliable travel options across the region.
Starting from November 28, 2024, the non-stop flights will operate between Sharjah International Airport and Prince Abdul Mohsin Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, with a frequency of two flights a week.
Schedule to Yanbu, effective November 28, 2024 (all times local):
| Flight | Departure | Time | Arrival | Time | Aircraft | Frequency |
| G9 171 | Sharjah | 09:45 | Yanbu | 11:55 | Airbus 320 | Saturday/Thursday |
| G9 172 | Yanbu | 12:55 | Sharjah | 16:25 | Airbus 320 | Saturday/Thursday |
Adel Al Ali, Group Chief Executive Officer, Air Arabia, commented: “We are glad to further expand our presence in the Saudi market from Sharjah. The resumption of this route underscores our commitment to providing travelers with convenient and affordable travel options. As we continue to grow our network in the Kingdom, we remain committed to supporting the development of tourism and business sectors, contributing to the regional economy, and offering new opportunities for our passengers across the Middle East and beyond.”.
With the addition of Yanbu, Air Arabia now operates 12 routes from Sharjah to Saudi Arabia, including Abha, Al-Jouf, Dammam, Gassim, Gizan, Hail, Jeddah, Medina, Riyadh, Tabuk, and Taif.
Air Arabia operates a modern fleet of 77 Airbus A320 and A321 aircraft, the most modern and best-selling single aisle aircraft in the world. Offering passengers, a value-added onboard experience, the aircraft is equipped with ‘SkyTime’, a free in-flight streaming, and ‘SkyCafe’ an onboard catering service at affordable prices. In addition, Air Arabia offers ‘Air Rewards’ an innovative and generous loyalty program through which passengers can earn, transfer, and spend points.
Customers can now book direct flights between the two cities through Air Arabia’s website, by contacting the call center, or via travel agencies.
