In line with their ambitious growth and expansion strategies, Sharjah Airport and Air Arabia inaugurated their first direct flights to Warsaw and Vienna on Thursday. These two new European destinations are the latest additions to the expanding network of direct international routes from Sharjah, offering customers greater travel options at competitive costs to destinations across the globe.

The launch event was attended by H.E. Ali Salim Al Midfa, Chairman of the Sharjah Airport Authority (SAA), along with senior executives from Air Arabia. Joining them was Dr. Etienne Berchtold, Ambassador of the Republic of Austria to the UAE, who attended the inaugural ceremony for the Vienna route alongside other dignitaries and officials.

The new route to Warsaw, Poland, will operate five weekly flights (Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday) between Sharjah Airport and Warsaw Chopin Airport using Airbus A320 aircraft. Warsaw becomes the second city in Poland to be connected directly to Sharjah, following Krakow. Meanwhile, the Vienna route will operate four weekly flights (Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday) using Airbus A320 aircraft to and from Vienna International Airport.

Strengthening Sharjah’s Position as a Leading Aviation Hub

H.E. Ali Salim Al Midfa, Chairman of the Sharjah Airport Authority, emphasized the significance of adding Warsaw and Vienna to the list of direct flights between Sharjah and European capitals. “These two renowned cities attract millions of tourists annually from around the world, creating a vibrant travel corridor for leisure, business, and residency. The new routes enhance trade and economic exchange opportunities between the UAE, Poland, and Austria while fostering foreign investment with both European nations. This initiative further solidifies Sharjah’s leading position on the Middle East’s aviation and cargo transportation map and provides a strong boost to its growing economy across various sectors.”

H.E. Al Midfa expressed pride in the ongoing strategic partnership between SAA and Air Arabia, which continues to introduce more direct flights worldwide. This commitment reflects positively on attracting more passengers, providing them with seamless travel experiences and exceptional services. Additionally, the enhanced air cargo operations facilitate the rapid and efficient movement of goods, enabling businesses to access new markets with ease.

Adel Al Ali, Group Chief Executive Officer of Air Arabia, commented: ” The launch of our new route to Warsaw and Vienna underscores Air Arabia’s unwavering commitment to expanding our network and offering passengers more travel opportunities to explore exciting destinations. We are delighted to strengthen our presence in Europe, and the addition of Vienna and Warsaw to our growing list of cities reflect our dedication to providing affordable, convenient and memorable travel experiences for our customers”.

Integrated Services System in Line with Global Best Practices

As part of its ambitious strategic plan, Sharjah Airport Authority aims to increase the passenger terminal’s capacity to 25 million passengers annually by the end of 2027. This includes expanding direct international flights in collaboration with leading global airlines, freight companies, and strategic partners. The goal is to deliver an integrated suite of services that supports the objectives of these entities while aligning with global best practices in the aviation sector and leveraging cutting-edge technologies and systems adopted in airports worldwide.