King Khalid International Airport Announces Direct Flights Between Riyadh and Sarajevo
Riyadh, The Gulf Observer: King Khalid International Airport (KKIA) has announced the commencement of direct flights between Riyadh and the Bosnian capital, Sarajevo, set to begin this month. This new route is the result of a partnership with Saudi airline flyadeal, which will operate seven weekly flights using an Airbus A320, potentially accommodating up to 1,302 passengers each week.
Ayman AboAbah, CEO of Riyadh Airports Company (RAC), which manages and operates KKIA, highlighted the strategic significance of this new route. “flyadeal’s launch of this new route between Riyadh and Sarajevo supports the objectives of the Saudi Aviation Strategy. It adds to Riyadh’s international destinations and enhances its role as a premier tourist, cultural, sports, and entertainment hub in the region. We at RAC are targeting more international destinations to connect with Riyadh by air in the future,” AboAbah stated.
Steven Greenway, CEO of flyadeal, expressed enthusiasm about the new route and the airline’s summer schedule. “flyadeal looks forward to serving our exciting summer destinations, returning to seven popular hotspots in Europe, central Asia, and Egypt. Our first new route of the season launched between Riyadh and Sarajevo in Bosnia Herzegovina,” Greenway remarked.
This new route marks a significant expansion in Riyadh’s international connectivity, promising enhanced travel options for passengers and contributing to the city’s growing reputation as a leading global destination.
