Saudia, Saudi Arabia’s national airline, is significantly expanding its Indian operations to attract 7.5 million Indian visitors yearly by 2030, a key component of Saudi Vision 2030’s ambitious tourism goals. This expansion includes increased flight frequencies, modernized fleet, and enhanced digital services.
Gulf airlines, including Emirates and Qatar Airways, have temporarily suspended flights to Beirut following the deadliest bombardment of Lebanon since 2006, escalating tensions between Israel and Hezbollah. Other international carriers, like Etihad Airways and flydubai, have also halted services to Beirut, citing safety concerns for passengers and crew.
The Gulf region, renowned for its world-class airlines, plays a vital role in global air travel. This article explores the operations of leading airlines like Emirates, Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, Gulf Air, Oman Air, and Kuwait Airways, focusing on their route networks, hub airports, new routes, new offers, and accessibility, providing insights backed by official data.
