ITA Airways strengthens its presence in Saudi Arabia with the opening of second direct connection in the kingdom with round trip flights between Rome and Jeddahworks three times a week.
On the occasion of the opening of a new intercontinental air service official ribbon cutting ceremony occurred at the arrival terminal of Jeddah International Airport. Among the personalities present were Irene BuongiornoVice Consul General of Italy in Jeddah, Rashid Al ShammariVice President, Aviation Development, Air Services Program, Glen WilsonVice President of Jeddah Airport Operations, Amira AfandiDirector of Corporate Communications and Public Relations of Jeddah Airports, Pierfrancesco CarinoVice President, International Sales, ITA Airways and Benedetto MencaroniRegional Director for Asia, Middle East and Africa, ITA Airways.
“We are pleased to launch our first direct flight from Jeddah to Rome, further strengthening our position in Saudi Arabia, a growing market.“, announced Emiliana Limosani, Commercial Director of ITA Airways and CEO of Volare. “This recent addition reflects the establishment of a direct link to Riyadh in June and is part of our network expansion program for the summer, which has been very successful in terms of bookings. This flight, operated by our latest A321neo aircraft, will not only enrich our mid-haul flight offering, but will also promote commercial and cultural links between the Arabian Peninsula and Italy, as well as connecting to other destinations from our main platform in Rome Fiumicino.“.
“We are delighted that ITA Airways is launching a new flight between Rome and our historic coastal city of Jeddah, improving our air connectivity to Saudi Arabia. Passengers on the ITA Airways network in Italy, Europe and America will benefit from easier access to Jeddah’s undiscovered riches. We look forward to strengthening our collaboration with ITA Airways, an excellent partner.“, expressed Mazin Johar, CEO of Jeddah Airports (JEDCO) and Majid Khan, CEO of Air Connectivity Program (ACP).
“I am pleased to contribute to strengthening ties between Italy and Saudi Arabia with the new direct flight Rome-Jeddah. This initiative emphasizes the friendship, historical and economic relations between our peoples.“, expressed Irene Buongiorno, Vice Consul General of Italy in Jeddah. “This flight marks an era of mutual advancement and cultural exchange, and I am glad that I have been able to call this kingdom home for seven years. I wish ITA Airways and King Abdulaziz Airport every success and look forward to the positive impact this air service will have.“.
