First flight from Erbil to Jeddah lands at King Abdulaziz International Airport

Erbil (IraqiNews.com) – Flynas flight XY612 with 174 people on board touched down in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia this week from Erbil, Iraq.

On Wednesdays and Sundays, Saudi Airlines’ Flynas will operate a direct flight between Erbil and Jeddah. Beginning in May 2023, other airlines including flyadeal and Saudi Airlines are anticipated to do the same.

The Saudi-Iraqi Coordination Council’s continued efforts, as well as the backing of have led to the restoration of regular flights between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Iraq.

The flights will boost business ties, attract more foreign investment in both countries, and make travel between the two nations easier for pilgrims, tourists, and Umrah performers.