Etihad Announces New Direct Flight from Abu Dhabi to Saudi’s Al Qassim

Etihad Airways has revealed the addition of Saudi Arabia’s Al Qassim, celebrated for its palm groves and rich cultural heritage, to its expanding list of destinations, increasing the airline’s total Saudi destinations to four.

“Launching the new service to Al Qassim this year is not just about introducing a new destination; it’s also a celebration of Etihad’s 20 years of connecting Abu Dhabi with the rich culture and economic opportunities of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.” Arik De, Chief Revenue and Commercial Officer at Etihad Airways, tells SceneTraveller.

Direct flights from Abu Dhabi’s Zayed International Airport (AUH) to Al Qassim’s Prince Naif Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (ELQ) will commence with four weekly flights, starting from Monday, June 24th.

Flights departing Abu Dhabi for Al Qassim will run at 8 AM every Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday, touching down at 9:10 AM. Return flights will leave Al Qassim at 10:15 AM, landing in Abu Dhabi at 1:20 PM, local time, on the same days.