Mubasher: Qatar Airways resumed its flight at Abha International Airport (AHB), on 2 January 2025, according to a press release.
The airline will operate two weekly flights to Abha, offering connectivity on Qatar Airways’ extensive global network of more than 170 destinations.
Qatar Airways brings the total number of destinations it serves within Saudi Arabia to 11, including Abha, AlUla, Dammam, Jeddah, Medina, NEOM, Qassim, Riyadh, Tabuk, Taif, and Yanbu.
Qatar Airways’ Group CEO, Badr Mohammed Al Meer, said: “With over 140 weekly flights, we connect more than 36,000 passengers weekly between Saudi Arabia and Doha.”
The CEO of the Air Connectivity Program, Majid Khan, commented: “This partnership not only connects our two countries but also opens doors for global visitors to explore the unique experiences that the Kingdom offers.”
Cluster 2 Airports Company’s CEO, Ali Masrahi, highlighted: “This new route will not only facilitate travel for tourists and business visitors, but also contribute substantially to the Kingdom's National Tourism Strategy and National Aviation Strategy.”
“By improving accessibility to the Aseer region, known for its natural beauty and cultural heritage, these flights will boost local economies, create employment opportunities, and showcase the Kingdom's diverse offerings to a global audience,” Masrahi added.
Aseer Development Authority (ASDA) Chief of Tourism, Hatim Al Harbi, said: “The resumption of flights by Qatar Airways between Doha and Aseer marks a pivotal milestone in our vision to position Aseer as an all-year-round tourist destination at the heart of the GCC.”
