Etihad to debut flights to this new Saudi destination

Etihad Airways has unveiled plans to bolster its network by introducing flights to Al Qassim, Saudi Arabia, and increasing service frequencies to several key destinations.

The carrier will commence operations to Al Qassim from June 24.

The new route will connect Abu Dhabi’s Zayed International Airport directly with Al Qassim’s Prince Naif Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, with four weekly flights.

This addition brings the total number of Saudi gateways served by the airline to four.

Arik De, chief revenue and commercial officer of the carrier, emphasised the significance of the new service. “Launching the new service to Al Qassim this year is not just about introducing a new destination; it’s also a celebration of Etihad’s 20 years of connecting Abu Dhabi with the rich culture and economic opportunities of Saudi Arabia.”

Etihad to expand flight services

In addition to the Al Qassim route, Etihad Airways will increase frequencies to various destinations, including Antalya and Jaipur, starting June 15, 2024.

The airline will also enhance services to Thiruvananthapuram, Amman, Cairo, Karachi, and Colombo, offering passengers greater flexibility and connectivity.

In other news, the airline commenced flights to Boston on March 31.

The service will operate four times a week on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays on a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner.

The carrier has seen a 33 per cent increase in total weekly flights and extended its reach to 76 destinations worldwide.