Middle East

flynas Launches Direct Flights Between Dammam and Karachi

Saudi low-cost airline flynas announced the launch of a new direct flight service between Dammam and Karachi in Pakistan.

Saudia and Etihad Airways Announce Codeshare Partnership

In addition to the codeshare agreement, Saudia and Etihad Airways also announced plans for greater commercial cooperation in other fields

Kuwait Airways Orders Eight A330neo Aircraft

Kuwait Airways, the national carrier of the state of Kuwait, has signed a Purchase Agreement for eight A330-800 aircraft.

flynas Launches Direct Flights from Dammam to Dubai and Arar

flynas announced the launch of its direct flights from Dammam to Dubai and Arar, the capital of the Northern Border region

Fifth Brand New Boeing 737 MAX Joins Oman Air’s Fleet

Muscar-based Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, is expected to receive a total of 9 more 737 MAX 8s next year.

Saudia Announces Additional Frequencies and Capacity to Los Angeles, Singapore and Abu Dhabi

Saudi Arabian Airlines, Saudia, announced additional seat capacity and frequencies on a number of its international routes.

Etihad Airways Announces Seasonal Frequency Increase to London

Etihad Airways will increase its flights from Abu Dhabi to London Heathrow, from three to four daily services, to meet peak demand this festive season.

Qatar Airways Grows Its A350-1000 Fleet

With 76 aircraft on order, Qatar Airways is the largest A350 XWB customer and currently operates 30 A350 XWBs comprising of 27 A350-900s and 3 A350-1000s.

Oman Air Receives Its Fourth Boeing 737 MAX 8

Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, is set to take delivery of the fourth of 30 Boeing 737 MAX 8s it has on order.

Emirates Drops Plans for Flights to Mexico

Emirates won't operate flights to Mexico via an intermediate stop in Spain after Mexican authorities did not allow the airline to operate a daily service.