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Vietnam Airlines And Saudia Launch Codeshare Agreement

Vietnam Airlines and Saudia have established a new codeshare partnership, connecting major cities in Vietnam and Saudi Arabia. Under this agreement, travelers can now book single-itinerary tickets between Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City to Jeddah and Riyadh, with shared flight numbers and streamlined coordination between the two flag carriers.

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flynas Begins Trading On Riyadh Exchange At $3.65B Valuation

flynas, Saudi Arabia’s leading low-cost airline, has officially begun trading its shares on the Riyadh stock exchange, marking a significant milestone in its growth trajectory and the development of the Kingdom’s aviation sector. The public market debut places the airline’s valuation at approximately $3.65 billion, a reflection of investor confidence and the company’s strong position in the…

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Azimuth Gains Approval for New International Routes

Azimuth Airlines, a regional carrier based in Russia, has received approval to operate new international routes. The airline will connect Sochi and Mineralnye Vody with Riyadh and launch a route from Mineralnye Vody to Karshiusing the SJ-100 (Sukhoi Superjet 100). These approvals mark a significant milestone for Azimuth as it expands its network into the Middle East and Central Asia, catering to increasing demand for…

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Riyadh Air Secures 2,500 Slots at King Khalid International Airport

Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s emerging national carrier, has secured over 2,500 slots at King Khalid International Airport (RUH). This milestone aligns with the airline’s ambitious strategy to establish Riyadh as a global aviation hubby 2030, a key component of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 initiative.

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Iraqi Airways to Launch New Routes to Asia and the Middle East in 2025

Iraqi Airways has announced plans to expand its international network in 2025 with flights to several new destinations across the Middle East and Asia. The airline intends to launch routes to Riyadh in Saudi Arabia, Sharjah in the UAE, Dhaka in Bangladesh, and two popular destinations in Indonesia—Jakarta and Bali. Earlier in the year, Iraqi Airways also hinted at potential flights to Thailand, which could further enhance its connectivity to…

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flynas to Launch Nonstop Riyadh–Entebbe Service in January 2025

flynas, a Saudi Arabian low-cost airline, has announced the launch of a new nonstop service connecting Riyadh to Entebbe, Uganda. Scheduled to commence on 12 January 2025, the route will be operated with the fuel-efficient Airbus A320neo. This new service marks an important step for flynas as it expands its international footprint in East Africa,…