Air Arabia Egypt launches Istanbul flights
June 25th, 2011 - 11:16 pm ICT by IANSSharjah, June 25 (IANS/WAM) Air Arabia Egypt, a leading low-cost carrier in the region, has launched direct flights to Istanbul from its main hub in Alexandria.
The airline’s inaugural flight to the Turkish city took off from the Burj Al Arab International Airport Friday.
Round-trip flights will operate twice per week between Alexandria, the second largest city in Egypt, and Istanbul Sabiha International Airport.
A.K. Nizar, Commercial head of the airline, said: “Turkey has become a central destination and we are proud to start our services twice a week from Egypt, offering travellers between the two countries a new option for air travel.”
“We are confident the new services between Alexandria and Istanbul will offer customers great value for money to travel between the two cities as well as encourage mutual growth in travel and tourism,” he added.
Air Arabia Egypt offers full economy class on its entire network with an average seat pitch of 32 inches and a free baggage allowance.
–IANS/WAM
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