Saudi Low-Cost Airline Flynas Launches Direct Nairobi-Riyadh Flights
Flynas, a privately owned Saudi low-cost airline, has launched its direct Nairobi–Riyadh flight route betting on the increasing traffic..
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Flynas, a privately owned Saudi low-cost airline, has launched direct flights between Nairobi and Riyadh, aiming to capitalize on increasing traffic and strengthen economic ties between Kenya and Saudi Arabia.
- The new route is expected to cut travel times and facilitate partnerships across various sectors including agriculture, energy, finance, and tourism.
- Stefan Magiera, Chief Commercial Officer of Flynas, stated that the route marks the beginning of stronger diplomatic and economic ties.
- In 2024, Saudi Arabia surpassed the UK as Kenya's second largest source of remittances.
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