Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain - 02 March 2016

Gulf Air, the Kingdom of Bahrain's national carrier, is set to increase its Riyadh service with an increase of 4 additional afternoon flights per week effective 03rd March, taking the airline's weekly flights between Bahrain International Airport and King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia from 28 to a total of 32. This supplements a recent permanent increase in the carrier's Jeddah service, to a total of 4 daily flights - effective 22nd February 2016.

"Today, Gulf Air operates direct flights to 05 destinations within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: Dammam, Riyadh, Madina Al Munawarah, Jeddah and Gassim. The airline has had a presence in the Kingdom since 1950, when Gulf Air was first established. With a strong presence in this market dating back to 1950 (when Gulf Air launched its Dammam operations) and 1983 (when Gulf Air launched its Riyadh and Jeddah operations) we are delighted to provide superior travel solutions that cater to the travel needs of our Saudi passengers. The enhanced Gulf Air service give travellers an additional afternoon flight, supplementing our existing, multiple daily schedule," said Gulf Air A/Chief Commercial Officer Mr. Ahmed Janahi. "This not only helps us further satisfy passenger need but also creates improved connections for those passengers connecting to and from Gulf Air's network of onwards destinations across the globe."

Gulf Air operates one of the largest networks in the Middle East, with double daily flights or more to 10 regional cities, in addition to select destinations in the Indian Subcontinent and Europe, from its hub at Bahrain International Airport. The airline currently boasts a network that serves 43 cities in 24 countries spanning three continents. Gulf Air flights can be booked online at gulfair.com, by calling the airline's 24 hour Worldwide Contact Centre on (+973) 17373737, or through any Gulf Air sales offices and approved travel agencies. 

Gulf Air's 4 additional afternoon flights per week between Bahrain and Riyadh will operate as below:



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About Gulf Air
Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, commenced operations in 1950, becoming one of the first commercial airlines established in the Middle East. Today, Gulf Air is a major international carrier serving 43 cities in 24 countries spanning three continents. The airline operates one of the largest networks in the Middle East, with double daily flights or more to 10 regional cities, in addition to select destinations in the Indian Subcontinent and Europe, from its hub at Bahrain International Airport. Gulf Air serves all its destinations with a combination wide and narrow body fleet totalling 28 modern aircraft. Renowned for its traditional Arabian hospitality, evidenced by the airline's signature family and business friendly products, Gulf Air is committed to being an industry leader and developing products and services that reflect the evolving needs and aspirations of its passengers.

Gulf Air connects Bahrain to the world and, as such, is a key national infrastructure asset, serving as a powerful driver for the economy and supporting the Kingdom's on-going economic growth.

Gulf Air has been the Title Sponsor of the FORMULA 1 GULF AIR BAHRAIN GRAND PRIX ever since it made history as the first Formula 1 Grand Prix to be held in the Middle East in 2004. In addition, the airline has been Official Carrier of the biennial Bahrain International Airshow since it was first held in 2010.

For media enquiries, please contact:
Azza Mubarak Matar
Senior Manager Communications
Gulf Air Tel: +973 17338765 / +973 39652012
Email: Azza.Matar@gulfair.com

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