Sharjah Airport Authority (SAA) has launched a new scheduled air service by Indian carrier SpiceJet, connecting Ahmedabad Airport with Sharjah International Airport.
This move highlights the airport’s ongoing efforts to expand its international network and strengthen air transport ties between the UAE and India, enhancing business, tourism, and family travel between the two nations.
According to the statement, the new service is expected to meet growing travel demand while offering passengers greater flexibility and convenience between the two destinations.
The addition of Ahmedabad to Sharjah Airport’s destination network forms part of the airport’s broader strategy to expand its global presence and attract additional international carriers, particularly from high-growth markets such as India, which remains one of the airport’s most significant source markets for inbound and outbound travelers.
Sharjah Airport’s Commitment to Enhancing Passenger Experience
Ali Salim Al Midfa, Chairman of Sharjah Airport Authority, welcomed the launch of the new SpiceJet flights from Ahmedabad, noting that the addition of this route forms part of the Authority’s ongoing efforts to enhance the passenger experience through a wider range of travel options and highly efficient operational services.
Ali Salim Al Midfa Chairman Sharjah Airport Authority
“Sharjah Airport continues to invest in the development of its facilities and smart services to ensure seamless procedures and smooth passenger movement, thereby enhancing traveler satisfaction and keeping pace with the steady growth in passenger numbers. The Authority is committed to building long-term strategic partnerships with airlines, supporting the expansion of its destination network, and opening new opportunities for cooperation. “This approach reflects the airport’s vision to consolidate its position as a leading regional travel hub, combining service excellence, operational efficiency, and an integrated passenger experience.”
The launch comes as Sharjah Airport continues the steady expansion of its route network, with several new destinations recently added, including Krabi, Munich, Prague, Warsaw Modlin, Vienna, Addis Ababa, and Sochi. Direct flights to London are also scheduled to commence in March 2026.
Debojo Maharshi, Chief Business Officer of SpiceJet, said that, “The launch of our Ahmedabad-Sharjah service is a meaningful addition to SpiceJet’s international network and reflects the strong and growing travel demand between India and the UAE.”
“Sharjah has long been an important destination for Indian travelers, whether for work, tourism, or visiting family, and this new service will offer them a reliable and convenient travel option. We look forward to working closely with Sharjah Airport Authority as we continue to strengthen our presence in the region and expand connectivity from key Indian cities,” Maharshi added.
