Saudi budget airline Flyadeal starts India operations

Saudi budget airline Flyadeal starts India operations

Saudi Arabia's low-cost airline Flyadeal has launched its first-ever service in India.

The inaugural flight from Riyadh landed at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) in Hyderabad on July 4.

The new daily service, which will be operated by Airbus A320 aircraft, significantly strengthens air connectivity between the Kingdom and India.

GHIAL welcomes new route

The launch of Flyadeal's service strengthens Hyderabad Airport's position as an emerging international aviation hub.

GMR Hyderabad International Airport Ltd (GHIAL) welcomed the new route, noting its contribution to enhancing connectivity between India and Saudi Arabia.

GHIAL CEO Kadhir Kadhirvan expressed delight at Flyadeal's entry into the Indian market and said the new connection "significantly enhances their Middle East network."