Traveling to Saudi Arabia via Air India Express

Providing excellent connections to short- and medium-haul routes at affordable prices within the Gulf and South East Asia, Air India Express has always valued the interests of its customers over everything. It operates over 200 flights a week to 34 destinations, including major cities in the Middle East.

Its dedication to excellent customer service, especially during the pandemic, paid off when it won the ‘Wings India Award 2022’ in recognition of its concerted effort to ensure business continuity. Air India Express connects Saudi Arabia with flights to Dammam, Riyadh, and Jeddah. There are direct Air India Express flights to the King Fahd International Airport, Dammam, King Abdulaziz International Airport, Jeddah, and King Khalid International Airport, Riyadh from major cities in India.

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Air India Express offers Economy Class seats on its flights keeping in mind the travelers who are on a budget. Flying Air India Express will give you a positive experience. When traveling to Saudi Arabia, you should comply with all the health and travel requisites, entry and exit norms, and baggage acceptance policy required by the country. Further, travelers flying on board the Air India Express should carry all the necessary documents to fly conveniently. 

You can find low-cost Air India Express flights to three major cities, Dammam, Riyadh, and Jeddah in Saudi Arabia. Dammam is Saudi Arabia’s Eastern Province capital city, and it is popular for attractions like Marjan Island, Heritage Village, Dolphin Village, Al Ahsa, and more. Tourists visit Dammam for sightseeing and shopping at old-world souqs and malls. Riyadh, which has a blend of ancient and modern buildings, is Saudi Arabia’s capital city. It is famous for Al Masmak Fortress, the national museum, Souq Al Zal, and Riyadh Zoo. 

There are connecting flights from Dammam and Riyadh to Mecca, Medina, and Tabuk. The best time to visit Saudi Arabia is between November and February, for the weather will be mild and pleasant. Avoid traveling to Saudi Arabia in the summer between April and October.

Popular routes by Air India Express to Saudi Arabia

Some of the famous Air India Express routes to Saudi Arabia are:

• Kozhikode (CCJ) to Riyadh (RUH) – 2.5 hours
• Dammam (DMM) to Kozhikode (CCJ) – 6 hours
• Mangalore (IXE) to Dammam (DMM) – 2.5 hours
• Riyadh (RUH) to Dubai (DXB) – 3 hours
• Riyadh (RUH) to Singapore (SIN) – 18 hours
• Dammam (DMM) to Bangkok (BKK) – 18 hours

Dedicated to Comfort

Passengers on board the Air India Express aircraft can have a relaxed and secure flight experience. The optimized cabins have comfortable Economy Class seats pre-reclined to give balanced comfort throughout the flight. You can choose your seat in advance if you want a window or aisle seat. Depending on the route, you are offered a complimentary soft drink and snack or meal, which are tasty and good. Cabins are well-maintained, and the staff is friendly and courteous. 

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Air India Express helps its passengers with city check-in and web check-in by providing your booking reference and full name. If you want to have excess baggage, you can book online. To help Saudi Arabia-bound passengers fly securely, the airline follows stringent security rules, which you can check and understand before flying.

Infrastructure at the Airports in Saudi Arabia

As far as the airports in Saudi Arabia are concerned, they offer the best lounge facilities to passengers on business, leisure, and pilgrimage. Most lounges are open to travelers at a reduced price. Regardless of the airline, the passengers are flying with, the lounges serve them with an early morning check-in, a connected flight, a canceled flight, or even breakfast.

The lounges at the King Abdulaziz International Airport, Jeddah, King Fahd International Airport, Dammam, and King Khalid International Airport, Riyadh are well-maintained with comfy seats and other facilities like banking services, luggage wrapping, duty-free shops, medical center, wheelchairs, free Wi-Fi, restaurants, and information desk.

Most lounges offer services like free snacks, and free-flowing drinks, which include a selection of alcoholic drinks, showers, Wi-Fi, flight monitors, newspapers, and magazines. Other than these, you can use luggage storage services to keep your luggage and go sightseeing or shopping in Saudi Arabia.

Seating Reservation Tools

While booking tickets to Dammam, Riyadh, or Jeddah, you can select your preferred seat online in advance. If you prefer to sit together with your family or friends, want a window seat, or need extra legroom, you can have it by reserving your seat in advance. The “Manage my booking” option helps you book a seat up to 12 hours before the flight departure. The airline’s contact centers in the city can also help you book affordable flight tickets easily. 

Air India Express’s meal service

On board Air India Express flights, you can expect exquisite meal options ranging from delicious starters and flavorful breakfast options to appetizing lunch menus and scrumptious dinner specialties. You can choose from vegetarian and non-vegetarian delicacies. 

The Express Café option on the Air India Express website allows you to pre-book your meals, special meals, and snacks 24 hours before the flight departure. Passengers on board the flight can also buy snacks choosing from the special buy-on-board menu, which includes snacks and beverages (both hot and cold). As for special meals, you have a gluten-free meal, Jain meal, diabetic meal, and kid’s meal. 

Details provided by Air India

When it comes to flying to Saudi Arabia on Air India Express flights, you need to follow particular rules and regulations regarding hand baggage, children below 18 years of age, female pilgrims, and travelers with special needs. Further, the airline keeps you up-to-date with pre-travel procedures and entry-requirement guidelines for Saudi Arabia. Check whether you meet their requirements regarding your passport and other travel documents.

Though there is no requirement to produce an antigen test certificate, ensure that you are vaccinated with the vaccine approved by the government in Saudi Arabia.

With all these details, you can have your journey to Saudi Arabia quite entertaining. It’s time for a perfect break! Book your tickets in advance for the best offers on Air India Express flights to Riyadh, Dammam, and Jeddah.