Qatar Airways has launched three weekly non-stop flights to Red Sea International Airport (RSI), operated by daa International, in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia from Hamad International Airport (DOH).
Red Sea is the 12th destination in Saudi Arabia to be serviced by Qatar Airways, following operations in Abha, AlUla, Dammam, Jeddah, Medina, NEOM, Qassim, Riyadh, Tabuk, Taif, and Yanbu. This expansion reinforces Qatar Airways’ position in the Saudi market and demonstrates the airline’s long-term commitment to enhancing connectivity across the Kingdom.
The RSI service further adds to the airline’s global network of more than 170 destinations, offering seamless connections for travellers from across six continents, including Africa, Asia, the Americas, and Europe to the Kingdom’s west coast through Doha.
Eng. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer CEO – Qatar Airways Group
“We at Qatar Airways are proud to expand our global network of more than 170 destinations with the inauguration of service to The Red Sea. The importance of the Saudi market, and our commitment to it, is proven by the growing reach of our services in the Kingdom. This new route – a testament to the close ties between the two countries, offers travellers seamless, world class access to one of the Middle East’s emerging destinations onboard the World’s Best Airline.”
RSG Group Chief Executive Officer, John Pagano, said that, “Welcoming Qatar Airways to Red Sea International Airport is a key step in giving more travelers from around the world easy access to The Red Sea destination. With the opening of Shura Island last month and our second destination AMAALA welcoming guests in the coming months, enhanced international connectivity means even more people can now experience the best of Saudi culture, hospitality, and nature in one of the most picturesque places on the planet.”
Andrew Tyler-Smith, the CEO of Red Sea International Airport, expressed his excitement over the airport’s growing international network. He announced the addition of a new route connecting Doha to The Red Sea through Qatar Airways, marking the airport’s second international service.
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Tyler-Smith highlighted that this development would serve as a vital link to numerous European destinations, offering unprecedented access to key source markets. He emphasized that each new route further strengthens the airport’s position as a strategic tourism hub, opening the gateway for travelers from across the globe to experience the unmatched luxury and beauty of The Red Sea destination.
The Red Sea, located on Saudi Arabia’s west coast between Umluj and Al Wajh, is a pioneering destination known for its stunning natural beauty. With over 90 untouched islands, vibrant coral reefs, vast deserts, and volcanic mountains, it boasts one of the world’s largest reef systems.
Currently home to six luxury resorts, the region will soon expand with 11 more resorts on Shura Island, which will feature a golf course, marina, and world-class dining and retail experiences.
