Air Arabia, the first and largest low-cost carrier in the Middle East and North Africa, announced on Saturday that it will shortly begin operating additional flights to Jeddah in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to meet the needs of Umrah pilgrims.
Beginning September 18 and lasting until October 12, the carrier will provide 18 extra flights from Sharjah to Jeddah. This special service will be available to passengers holding Umrah visas only. The Umrah service to Jeddah will depart from Sharjah International Airport and land at the Jeddah Haj terminal.
These flights have been conveniently scheduled after 'Iftar' time in order to serve customers in better condetion who are fasting. Complete details of the flight timings are available on their official web-site www.airarabia.com.
Kyle Haywood, Commercial Director of Air Arabia, said: "As the first low-cost carrier born in the Middle East, we are glad to offer these extra flights to meet the needs of religious pilgrims. During the Holy Month of Ramadan, when demand for travel to Jeddah for Umrah is especially high, we are extremely pleased to adapt our flight schedule to meet the needs of regional travellers."-PR