Sunday, July 7, 2024 Saudia, formerly known as Saudi Arabian Airlines, is the flag carrier of Saudi Arabia and is based in Jeddah. With its main hub at King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah and another significant hub at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudia has been a cornerstone of aviation in the region. However, by 2030, the airline plans to pull out of Riyadh as a major hub, focusing more on its Jeddah operations.

Saudia operates domestic and international scheduled flights to over 100 destinations across the Middle East, Africa, Asia, Europe, and North America. The airline also provides domestic and international charter flights, particularly during the Ramadan and Hajj seasons. Saudia made history by joining the SkyTeam airline alliance on May 29, 2012, becoming the first carrier from the Persian Gulf region to join one of the three major airline alliances.

Additionally, Saudia is a founding member of the Arab Air Carriers’ Organization. Saudia’s extensive network covers numerous destinations, ensuring a wide reach for travelers from different parts of the world. Some of the key destinations include: Africa: Asia: Exciting news for travelers! In anticipation of the upcoming Olympics, Paris has introduced a new electronic visa specifically designed for tourists.

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