Saudi Arabia’s Low-Cost Airline flynas Soars to New Heights
In a remarkable feat, flynas, the low-cost airline in Saudi Arabia, has seen a phenomenal 47 percent surge in passenger numbers, surpassing a staggering 7 million travelers in the first half of 2024.
Strategic Expansion Plans Fuel Growth
The airline’s remarkable growth can be attributed to its strategic expansion plans, which include fleet upgrades, increased capacity, and global network expansion.
Key Acquisition Boosts Performance
A crucial factor in flynas’ outstanding performance is its recent acquisition of 160 Airbus airplanes in July, more than doubling its total orders to 280 within seven years.
Aligning with National Civil Aviation Strategy
flynas’ CEO and Managing Director, Bander Al-Mohanna, emphasized that these developments are in line with Saudi Arabia’s National Civil Aviation Strategy, aiming to connect the Kingdom with 250 international destinations and accommodate 330 million passengers by 2030.
Supporting Pilgrims Experience Program
Al-Mohanna also highlighted that flynas’ “We Connect the World to the Kingdom” initiative supports the Pilgrims Experience Program, successfully transporting over 100,000 pilgrims from 20 countries in the first half of the year.
Driving Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030
As part of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, significant investments are being made in the aviation sector to diversify the economy away from oil dependency, focusing on enhancing infrastructure, boosting tourism, and increasing international connectivity.
Commitment to Tourism Sector
flynas’ recent achievements include a 37 percent increase in seat capacity and the expansion of domestic summer destinations, demonstrating the airline’s commitment to supporting the Kingdom’s tourism sector.
Expanding Fleet Creates Job Opportunities
With the delivery of six A320neo aircraft and the addition of 25 new A320neo planes over the past 18 months, flynas has expanded its fleet to 60, creating new job opportunities for Saudis and advancing programs to nationalize key positions within the company.
Pivotal Player in Saudi Arabia’s Aviation Growth
Overall, flynas is positioned as a pivotal player in Saudi Arabia’s ambitious aviation growth plans, driving forward the nation’s strategic objectives and enhancing its global connectivity.