Four weekly flights will connect Sharjah International Airport with Athens International Airport.
SHARJAH, UAE – Air Arabia, the Middle East and North Africa’s first and largest low-cost carrier (LCC) operator, announced the launch of its newest route connecting Sharjah with Athens, the capital of Greece. Commencing operations on June 28 th , 2024, the new launch underscores the airline’s commitment to promote affordable travel around the world.
Schedule from and to Athens, effective June 28, 2024 (all times local):
| Flight | Departure | Time | Arrival | Time | Aircraft | Frequency |
| G9 685 | Athens | 13:55 | Sharjah | 19:50 | Airbus A320 | Tuesday/Thursday/Friday/Sunday |
| G9 684 | Sharjah | 09:00 | Athens | 13:05 | Airbus A320 | Tuesday/Thursday/Friday/Sunday |
The new service will operate with a frequency of 4 weekly flights, providing travelers with a direct and efficient connection between the two vibrant cities. With this latest addition to its expanding network, Air Arabia aims to facilitate increased accessibility for both business and leisure travelers, fostering economic and cultural ties between the UAE and Greece.
Adel Al Ali, Group Chief Executive Officer, Air Arabia, said: “We are glad to announce the start of our non-stop service connecting Sharjah with Athens, a city known for its rich history, culture and business opportunities. The launch of Air Arabia’s flights to Athens reflects our ongoing commitment to provide our customers with seamless connectivity between the two cities while offering an accessible and affordable travel options. We look forward to welcoming our passengers onboard to explore the ancient city of Athens.”
Ioanna Papadopoulou, Director, Communications & Marketing, Athens International Airport stressed: “The commencement of the direct Athens – Sharjah connection, a new destination for us, is a very important development for our airport and our market, offering passengers the opportunity to travel and experience two exciting cities on Air Arabia’s excellent product. In addition, this development significantly enhances connectivity between the two destinations, shaping the environment for the increase of tourist flows and strengthening of economic relations. Our best wishes to our airline partner for full and safe flights and further development in the Athens market!”.
Air Arabia operates a fleet of Airbus A320 and A321 neo-LR aircraft, the most modern and best-selling single aisle aircraft in the world. The cabin configuration across the fleet provides added comfort with one of the most generous seat-pitch compared to any economy cabin. The aircraft is equipped with ‘SkyTime’, a free in-flight streaming service that allows passengers to access a wide selection of entertainment directly to their devices. Customers can also enjoy a variety of delicacies between snacks, meals, and sandwiches from the on-board ‘SkyCafe’ menu at affordable prices. Customers can now book their direct flights from Sharjah to Athens by visiting Air Arabia’s website, calling the call center, or through travel agencies.
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