RIYADH: Saudi low-cost carrier flyadeal has introduced twice-weekly non-stop flights between Madinah and Damascus, extending its network in Syria and offering customers a new direct link between the two cities.
The new service will be in addition to the airline’s existing three flights a week between Jeddah and Damascus, a press release said. The route will connect the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah to Damascus, and is expected to meet demand for religious travel and enhance air connection between the Kingdom and Syria.
The proposal also dovetails with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 tourism plans, which include drawing 150 million visitors yearly by 2030. Madinah has a deep religious importance for Muslims around the world and direct air links are a crucial part of making the Holy City more accessible,” said Lloyd Misquitta, acting chief commercial officer at flyadeal.
He said: “Our new service out of Damascus gives passengers a convenient way to travel to Madinah for religious purposes or to visit family and friends. The increase, together with our existing flights to Jeddah, enhances the links between Saudi Arabia and Syria and provides passengers with more choice and convenience.
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