Air India Express is set to strengthen its foothold in Saudi Arabia and the Middle East with the launch of new direct routes connecting Hyderabad with Riyadh. The airline, a subsidiary of Air India and part of the Tata group, continues to expand its network, enhancing connectivity for passengers.
The new route will commence operations on February 2, offering three weekly non-stop flights between Hyderabad and Riyadh on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. The flight from Hyderabad will depart at 12.05 pm, reaching Riyadh at approximately 3 pm. The return flight from Riyadh will take off at 4 pm (local time) and land in Hyderabad at 11 pm.
Air India Express has recently introduced flights connecting Hyderabad with Dammam, and with the addition of Riyadh, the airline now links Hyderabad with three significant cities in Saudi Arabia – Jeddah, Riyadh, and Dammam.
Tara Naidu, VP, International Business, Air India Express, expressed enthusiasm about the new routes, stating, “The India-Gulf routes have always been a mainstay for Air India Express, and we are elated to now connect Hyderabad with Riyadh and Dammam in Saudi Arabia.” He emphasized the airline’s commitment to enhancing connectivity, both domestically and internationally, fueled by a growing fleet.
Passengers can conveniently book tickets for these routes through the airline’s mobile app, official website (airindiaexpress.com), and other major booking platforms.
Air India Express, operating over 325 flights daily, connects 31 domestic and 14 international airports with a fleet comprising 35 Boeing 737s and 28 Airbus A320s. The airline, known for its commitment to customer experience, recently introduced the Vista VIP, a business class-like product offering wider legroom, Gourmair hot meals, additional baggage allowance, and Xpress ahead priority boarding services.
As Air India Express continues to expand its route network and enhance services, the new Hyderabad-Riyadh flights are poised to provide increased travel options and convenience for passengers traveling between these key destinations.
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