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Zawya
5 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
King Abdulaziz Airport ranks third in Middle East for air connectivity, says ACI
SHANGHAI — King Abdulaziz International Airport (KAIA) in Jeddah ranked third among Middle Eastern airports in the 2024 Asia-Pacific and Middle East Air Connectivity Index, the Airports Council International (ACI) announced during the Air Connectivity 2025 Conference held in Shanghai. The index evaluates airports based on key metrics including flight frequency, destination diversity, geographic location, market size, economic indicators, quality of air connectivity, airline network integration, and overall traveler experience. Eng. Mazen Johar, CEO of Jeddah Airports Company, said the ranking marks a significant milestone for KAIA, reflecting the airport's growing regional and global role in aviation. He noted that the achievement is the result of sustained efforts to enhance connectivity and expand the airport's global reach in line with the company's strategic vision. Johar reaffirmed the company's commitment to operational excellence and expanding KAIA's role as a global aviation hub. This includes further developing air connectivity routes, improving infrastructure, and enhancing the overall passenger experience in line with Saudi Arabia's ambitions to serve as a strategic center in global air transport. © Copyright 2022 The Saudi Gazette. All Rights Reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Saudi Gazette
24-05-2025
- Saudi Gazette
Saudi Arabia receives 891,000 pilgrims for Hajj as authorities warn against visit visa violations
Saudi Gazette report JEDDAH — The number of international pilgrims arriving in Saudi Arabia for Hajj 1446H has reached 890,883 as of the end of Friday, according to the General Directorate of Passports (Jawazat). The total reflects ongoing momentum as pilgrims continue to enter the Kingdom through airports, land crossings, and seaports in preparation for the annual pilgrimage. Jawazat reported that 846,415 pilgrims have arrived via international airports, 41,646 through land border crossings, and 2,822 via seaports. The directorate reaffirmed that all necessary resources have been mobilized to facilitate the entry process, including advanced technical systems and multilingual staff at all major ports of entry. Among Friday's arrivals was the first Hajj flight from the United Kingdom, which landed at King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah with 142 pilgrims on board. The British Consul General in Jeddah, Cecille El-Bilidy, welcomed the group, along with officials from Jeddah Airports Company and various government and operational agencies. Jeddah Airports Company confirmed its full operational readiness for Hajj 1446, highlighting preparations across three major terminals: Terminal 1, the Northern Terminal, and the dedicated Hajj and Umrah Complex. Facilities include 558 immigration counters, 407 baggage check-in stations, 100 passenger boarding bridges, 81 customs inspection devices, 67 luggage belts, and 259 bus parking bays — part of a comprehensive plan to facilitate the arrival experience. As the number of pilgrims grows, the Ministry of Interior has issued a renewed warning to individuals attempting to perform Hajj without proper authorization. The ministry clarified that all types of visit visas — including those for tourism, business, and family visits — do not entitle holders to perform Hajj. Only officially issued Hajj visas permit entry into the holy sites during the season. The ministry emphasized that any individual on a visit visa who enters or remains in Makkah or the holy sites between Dhu Al-Qi'dah 1 and Dhu Al-Hijjah 14 will be subject to a fine of up to SR20,000. Offenders will also face deportation and a 10-year ban from re-entering the Kingdom. Authorities urged all citizens, residents, and visitors to adhere strictly to Hajj regulations, which are designed to ensure the safety and security of all pilgrims. The ministry also encouraged the public to report violations by calling 911 in the regions of Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province, or 999 elsewhere in the Kingdom. Saudi Arabia continues to scale up its operations to receive pilgrims from around the world.
Trade Arabia
13-04-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
Jeddah Airport serves over 5m passengers during Umrah season
King Abdulaziz International Airport recorded a significant surge in operational activity during the peak Umrah season, serving approximately 5.3 million passengers from Ramadan 1 to Shawwal 7, 1446 AH, reported SPA. Chief Executive Officer of Jeddah Airports Company, Mazen bin Mohammed Johar, stated that the airport's operational plans were implemented with precision, enabling the smooth and efficient processing of Umrah procedures. He added that the measures significantly reduced waiting times and ensured a seamless experience for the growing number of Umrah performers arriving through the airport. During this period, Johar noted, the airport handled 31,500 flights and processed around 6.4 million bags.
Zawya
09-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Jeddah airport serves over 5.3mln passengers during 5-week peak Umrah season
JEDDAH — The King Abdulaziz International Airport, Jeddah handled a record number of more than 5.3 million passengers during the five-week peak Umrah season starting from March 1 to April 5 (Ramadan 1 to Shawwal 7) this year. Eng. Mazen Johar, CEO of Jeddah Airports Company, said that the current peak Umrah season witnessed the meticulous implementation of operational plans, which contributed to the rapid completion of Umrah procedures and reduced waiting times in the procedures area. This was in line with the growing passenger traffic of pilgrims arriving to perform Umrah through the airport terminals. Eng. Johar stated that King Abdulaziz Airport witnessed receiving and seeing off record numbers of passengers who traveled on board 31,500 flights and handling of 6.4 million bags during this period. He emphasized that the completion of the airport's operational plans would not have been possible without the grace of God, as well as the directives of the wise leadership and the continuous monitoring by the Emirate of Makkah Region, Minister of Transport and Logistics, President of the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA), and CEO of Matarat Holding Company, who continuously monitor the quality of services provided to the guests of God at the airport. He also praised the efforts of all agencies operating at the airport, without exception, through a collective work system embodied in the spirit of one team and working under one umbrella. Eng. Johar also extended his thanks to the staff of King Abdulaziz International Airport and all government, security, and operational agencies at the airport for their dedicated efforts during the peak Umrah season, which contributed to achieving the objectives of the operational plan for the season. He emphasized that they will continue to implement operational plans to ensure smooth passenger flow through the airport. © Copyright 2022 The Saudi Gazette. All Rights Reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Saudi Gazette
08-04-2025
- Business
- Saudi Gazette
Jeddah airport serves over 5.3 million passengers during 5-week peak Umrah season
Saudi Gazette report JEDDAH — The King Abdulaziz International Airport, Jeddah handled a record number of more than 5.3 million passengers during the five-week peak Umrah season starting from March 1 to April 5 (Ramadan 1 to Shawwal 7) this year. Eng. Mazen Johar, CEO of Jeddah Airports Company, said that the current peak Umrah season witnessed the meticulous implementation of operational plans, which contributed to the rapid completion of Umrah procedures and reduced waiting times in the procedures area. This was in line with the growing passenger traffic of pilgrims arriving to perform Umrah through the airport terminals. Eng. Johar stated that King Abdulaziz Airport witnessed receiving and seeing off record numbers of passengers who traveled on board 31,500 flights and handling of 6.4 million bags during this period. He emphasized that the completion of the airport's operational plans would not have been possible without the grace of God, as well as the directives of the wise leadership and the continuous monitoring by the Emirate of Makkah Region, Minister of Transport and Logistics, President of the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA), and CEO of Matarat Holding Company, who continuously monitor the quality of services provided to the guests of God at the airport. He also praised the efforts of all agencies operating at the airport, without exception, through a collective work system embodied in the spirit of one team and working under one umbrella. Eng. Johar also extended his thanks to the staff of King Abdulaziz International Airport and all government, security, and operational agencies at the airport for their dedicated efforts during the peak Umrah season, which contributed to achieving the objectives of the operational plan for the season. He emphasized that they will continue to implement operational plans to ensure smooth passenger flow through the airport.
