Saudia concludes 1445H Hajj season operations

Saudia, the national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, has successfully concluded Hajj season 1445H operations, marking the end of a 74-day journey. 

The final flight, SV5712, departed from Prince Mohammed bin Abdulaziz International Airport in Madina, carrying 320 pilgrims to Magelang, Indonesia. A farewell ceremony was held at the airport’s departure hall in the presence of Mr. Mohammed Baakdah, the Vice President of Ground Operations at Saudia, the report said.

Throughout the Hajj season, Saudia maintained a high level of operational efficiency, achieving exceptional on-time performance despite the challenges of coinciding the Hajj season with peak summer season 2024 operations. 

“The success of Hajj Season 1445H operations is a testament to the dedication and teamwork of our entire staff,” Mohammed Baakdah, the Vice President of Ground Operations at Saudia, said.

The airline offered a comprehensive array of quality services designed to enhance the pilgrims’ spiritual journey. These services included digital platforms to streamline the travel process, facilitation at airports to expedite procedures, exceptional in-flight services and catering, and informative programs on the in-flight entertainment screens in multiple languages.

Baakdah added, “We worked tirelessly throughout this busy period, including holidays and Eid, to ensure our guests had a safe and fulfilling experience. We are grateful for the cooperation of all Hajj-related authorities and look forward to building on this success as we begin planning for Hajj Season 1446H.”

Saudia has made significant investments in modernising its aircraft, and it now operates one of the newest fleets. The airline provides service to all 28 domestic airports in Saudi Arabia as well as about 100 destinations on four continents through its vast global route network.

The airline has also won 14 other prestigious prizes in addition to the title of World’s Most Improved Airline 2024, which Saudia has now held for three times.