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Air Arabia flights to Nairobi start in October
Air Arabia, low-cost carrier (LCC) in the Middle East and North Africa, announced on Sunday that it will fly to Nairobi, Kenya, beginning October 26, 2008. Flights will initially operate four times per week between Nairobi and Air Arabia's hub in Sharjah.
- Staff Report
- Published: 14:12 August 31, 2008
Sharjah: Air Arabia, low-cost carrier (LCC) in the Middle East and North Africa, announced on Sunday that it will fly to Nairobi, Kenya, beginning October 26, 2008. Flights will initially operate four times per week between Nairobi and Air Arabia's hub in Sharjah.
The LCC will fly to Nairobi on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays, departing Sharjah at 9:40 am and arriving at Nairobi at 1:50 pm. Return flights will depart Nairobi at 2:35 and arrive in Sharjah at 8:40 pm. Nairobi will be Air Arabia's first destination in Kenya, fourth in Africa and 42nd worldwide.
"Air Arabia is pleased to announce the launch of service to both the capital and largest city in Kenya," said AK Nizar, Head of Commercial Department, Air Arabia. "We currently offer one of the most comprehensive destination networks in the Middle East and North Africa, and the opening of our newest destination in Nairobi reflects our commitment to expand into new regions. The new route is reflective of Air Arabia's commitment toward African expatriate communities in the UAE and the wider Gulf region by providing them with the best value for money service to key destinations."
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