Abu Dhabi [UAE], Sharjah Airport Authority (SAA) and Air Arabia announced the addition of the Greek capital, Athens, to the latest direct travel destinations for passengers through Sharjah Airport.
The first of these air routes was launched during the current week from Sharjah to Athens International Airport. The new route will allow travel and tourism enthusiasts to have 4 weekly flights, operating on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays, with plans to increase the number of flights in the future.
The inaugural flight ceremony was attended by Ali Salim Al Midfa, Chairman of the Sharjah Airport Authority, Adel Al Ali, CEO of Air Arabia Group, and Antonis Alexandridis, Ambassador of the Hellenic Republic to the United Arab Emirates, along with several SAA and Arabia Airlines officials.
Ali Salim Al Midfa, Chairman of Sharjah Airport Authority, said: "The launch of the new air route to the Hellenic Republic is an important addition to the strategic development and expansion plan of Sharjah Airport. It involves offering more passengers destinations. preferred global markets and diversify options for them, in line with the growing demand in the travel and cargo sectors between the UAE and the Hellenic Republic. It aligns with the strength and diversity of mutual relations between the two countries, especially in areas. related to the economy, tourism, commerce and other activities."
Adel Al Ali, Air Arabia Group CEO, commented: "Athens is the latest addition to our expanding EU network from Sharjah, joining Milan and Krakow. This new route offers our customers in the UAE and more further opportunities to explore the Hellenic Republic with our renowned value-based service. The launch of direct flights to Athens reaffirms our commitment to offering our passengers seamless, accessible and affordable connectivity options. We look forward to welcoming our customers on board for. experience the rich history and cultural heritage of Athens."
The first of these air routes was launched during the current week from Sharjah to Athens International Airport. The new route will allow travel and tourism enthusiasts to have 4 weekly flights, operating on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays, with plans to increase the number of flights in the future.
The inaugural flight ceremony was attended by Ali Salim Al Midfa, Chairman of the Sharjah Airport Authority, Adel Al Ali, CEO of Air Arabia Group, and Antonis Alexandridis, Ambassador of the Hellenic Republic to the United Arab Emirates, along with several SAA and Arabia Airlines officials.
Ali Salim Al Midfa, Chairman of Sharjah Airport Authority, said: "The launch of the new air route to the Hellenic Republic is an important addition to the strategic development and expansion plan of Sharjah Airport. It involves offering more passengers destinations. preferred global markets and diversify options for them, in line with the growing demand in the travel and cargo sectors between the UAE and the Hellenic Republic. It aligns with the strength and diversity of mutual relations between the two countries, especially in areas. related to the economy, tourism, commerce and other activities."
Adel Al Ali, Air Arabia Group CEO, commented: "Athens is the latest addition to our expanding EU network from Sharjah, joining Milan and Krakow. This new route offers our customers in the UAE and more further opportunities to explore the Hellenic Republic with our renowned value-based service. The launch of direct flights to Athens reaffirms our commitment to offering our passengers seamless, accessible and affordable connectivity options. We look forward to welcoming our customers on board for. experience the rich history and cultural heritage of Athens."
