48 Muscat-Doha daily flights during FIFA World Cup | Nikhilodien
48 Muscat-Doha daily flights during FIFA World Cup | Nikhilodien
Qatar Airways has tied up with flydubai, Kuwait
Airways, Oman Air and Saudia to connect FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 match ticket
holders to Doha via Match Day Shuttle Flights.
By choosing to book a Match Day Shuttle flight,
fans will arrive in the morning and depart in the evening, with no hotel
accommodation required. Additionally, a no check-in baggage policy will
“simplify an easy-in, easy-out travel itinerary” for passengers.
Passengers who book one of the Match Day Shuttle
services will benefit from a smooth journey, which includes dedicated on-ground
transportation between the airport and stadium.
Football fans based in Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia
and the UAE will soon be able to book their Match Day Shuttle flights, Qatar
Airways Group Chief Executive HE Akbar al-Baker told a press conference in Doha
on Thursday.
The four GCC carriers will operate some 168 daily
shuttle flights to Doha International Airport, al-Baker said at the media event
where agreements were signed between Qatar Airways and the four GCC carriers -
flydubai, Kuwait Airways, Oman Air and Saudia.
Flydubai will operate up to 60 daily flights from
Dubai, the region's tourism hub, carrying up to 2,500 fans, while Oman Air will
run up to 48 daily flights from Muscat carrying up to 3,400 fans. Kuwait
Airways will run up to 20 flights a day carrying up to 1,700 fans. Saudia will
operate up to 40 daily flights carrying up to 10,000 fans from Riyadh and
Jeddah.
He said Etihad and Air Arabia may join the GCC
airlines agreement to organise shuttle service to Qatar during world cup. Match
Day Shuttle tickets will kick-off at extremely competitive prices along with
rotating frequencies from Dubai, Jeddah, Kuwait City, Muscat and Riyadh. Fans
are invited to visit qatarairways.com/MatchDayShuttle and the partner airlines’
websites to learn more and secure their flights.
Qatar Airways will also be adding more Match Day
Shuttle flights across the GCC in the future, as well as flying in football
fans from around the world on its extensive global network.
HE al-Baker said, “Connecting fans and a shared
love for football are at the heart of this game-changing partnership. We are
immensely privileged to have the opportunity to unite fans from all walks of
life to enjoy the beautiful game at its best, while introducing them to our
hospitable culture and traditions. The FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 will be the
first in the Middle East and Arab world, and we have always believed that a win
for Qatar is a win for the region.”
"Our digital Hayya (Fan ID) will enable a
seamless fan journey for those visiting for the tournament, and with the
amazing opportunity of attending more than one match in a day, we look forward
to welcoming fans from across the region as they immerse themselves in the
exciting football and enjoy our famous hospitality. Our sincere thanks to Qatar
Airways and their partners for delivering this special project, which will help
us host a memorable and outstanding edition of the FIFA World Cup,” he added.
Ghaith al-Ghaith, chief executive officer,
flydubai, said, “We are very pleased to be part of this game-changing
partnership with Qatar Airways and the other partner GCC national carriers.
This will allow us to welcome more football fans and visitors from all over the
world to experience the warm hospitality and rich culture of our region.
“Having recently hosted a global event in Dubai,
we know first-hand the positive impact such events have not only on the travel
and hospitality sectors, but also on the wider economy and the overall morale.
We are honoured to be able to play a part in supporting the FIFA World Cup
Qatar 2022; enabling more people to share in the joy of the beautiful game via
our 30 daily return Match Day Shuttle flights between Dubai and Doha.”
Kuwait Airways chairman Captain Ali Dukhan said,
“We are proud to facilitate the transfer and travels of fans to and from Qatar
for this monumental event. Not only does this agreement enhance the
connectivity of our Gulf nations, but also facilitates the social and economic
growth emphasised by Kuwait’s government. We hope to share the excitement of
the residents of Kuwait, the GCC, and the world throughout the FIFA World Cup
Qatar 2022 and beyond by playing our role in the aviation industry in
connecting Kuwait to the world.”
Oman Air chief executive officer Abdulaziz
al-Raisi said, “We are immensely proud to join our partners as we connect
football fans to the sport they love and enhance their experience with
convenient and seamless travel options tailored to busy schedules. Match Day
Shuttle flights are a great way for fans to see more of the rich and vibrant
cultures that abound in the region. As the football world comes together in
Qatar, Oman Air is ready to welcome everyone on board to enjoy the signature
warmth and hospitality Omanis are renowned for.”
Saudia chief executive officer Captain Ibrahim S
Koshy added, “Saudi Arabian Airlines is pleased to be offering flights from two
main gateways, Riyadh and Jeddah, for fans to conveniently travel to attend the
highly-anticipated FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. Through the spirit of sport, we
look forward to welcoming guests from around the world to visit the region and
experience the signature Saudi hospitality onboard, in addition to exploring a
unique culture and heritage.”
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