Air Arabia, the Middle East and North Africas first and largest low-cost carrier (LCC), has expanded its international route network with a new service to Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan.

Beginning 23 March 2017, the airline company will run four weekly flights from its primary Sharjah International Airport center. The launch of the new flights follows a joint cooperation between Air Arabia, Azerbajian Airlines and local authorities focused on promoting the new path linking Baku and Sharjah.
On Thursdays and Sundays, the flight will depart Sharjah at 07:55 and come to the Heydar Aliyev International Airport in Baku at 10:50 local time, with the return flight arranged from Baku at 11:30 predestined to reach Sharjah at 14:10 local time. On Tuesdays and Saturdays, the flight will depart from Sharjah at 14:55 to land in Baku at 17:50 local time, and make its return journey starting 18:50 at Baku and land at Sharjah International Airport at 21:30 local time.

Resting on the crossroads of Europe and Asia, Azerbaijan's biggest city likewise functions as the nation's financial nerve centre. Baku invites business and leisure travellers to its special urban setting where ancient stone estates co-exist with recently established skyscrapers and mosques that stand as architectural marvels.

Adel Al Ali, Group Chief Executive Officer, Air Arabia, said, "Baku provides an exciting proposition as an entrance to witness the confluence of history and contemporary urbanism. By adding this emerging location to our growing network, Air Arabia will facilitate greater trade and tourism in between the two countries. We thank the regional authorities in Azerbaijan for all their efforts and cooperation causing the launch of the brand-new service linking Sharjah and Baku".

This move likewise gives regional travellers another getaway that is a short flight away; and the recent lifting of advance visa requirements is an incentive for GCC residents to consist of Baku into their travel list.

Baku recently enhanced its presence on the international arena after playing host to the European Grand Prix. The city has actually also been named a host for the UEFA Euro 2020 tournament.