Flyadeal launches daily Hyderabad-Riyadh service

Saudi Arabia's low-cost airline flyadeal has launched its first service to India, marking its entry into the Indian aviation market. The inaugural flight from Riyadh landed at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Hyderabad on July 4, establishing a new daily connection between the two cities.

The airline will operate the route using Airbus A320 aircraft, with seven weekly flights. Officials said the service is designed to cater to growing demand from business travelers, expatriates, and leisure passengers, strengthening air links between India and Saudi Arabia.

Kadhir Kadhirvan, CEO of GMR Hyderabad International Airport Ltd (GHIAL), welcomed the airline's debut, stating the new connection significantly enhances the airport's Middle East network and reflects Hyderabad's growing importance as a global aviation hub. He added that the service will strengthen links for the Indian diaspora and create new opportunities for tourism and trade.

Loyd Misquitta, Chief Commercial Officer of flyadeal, called the launch a significant milestone, describing India as one of the world's most dynamic and fast-growing aviation markets. He expressed delight in partnering with GHIAL to establish the...