Flyadeal, the low-cost sibling of Saudia, has always kept things lean, mean, and single-aisle. But now? They’re going widebody. That’s right, 10 brand new Airbus A330-900neos are on order, and it’s the airline’s boldest move yet.
This unexpected turn raises eyebrows: where exactly is Flyadeal planning to stretch its wings? And is this the start of a full-on long-haul play?
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Flyadeal 101: The Basics
Full Name: Flyadeal
IATA Code: F3
Founded: 2016 (first flight: Saudi National Day, 23 Sept 2017)
Headquarters: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Main Hub: King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Alliance: None (flying solo, no strings attached)
Frequent Flyer Program: None (just rock-bottom fares and vibes)
Current Fleet: Mostly A320s, Now With a Plot Twist
Flyadeal built its name on simple, no-fuss short-haul ops, think bus-in-the-sky but cleaner. The fleet has stayed firmly in narrowbody territory… until now.
Fleet Snapshot
- 27 Airbus A320neos – Workhorse of the fleet.
- 11 Airbus A320ceos – Still kicking.
- 1 Airbus A330 – A sneak peek of the widebody life.
- 1 Boeing 777-300 – Yes, just one. An outlier… for now.
New Orders Incoming: Flyadeal Goes Big (Literally)
The Flyadeal order for 10 Airbus A330-900neos is a game-changer for Flyadeal and a bold leap into the mid-to-long-haul arena. It follows the Saudia Group’s mega Airbus deal last year for 105 aircraft, and it’s very much in line with Saudi Vision 2030, which aims to connect 250 global destinations and welcome over 150 million tourists.
Why the A330neo?
Airbus calls it the “versatile champion,” and they’re not wrong. It’s efficient, passenger-friendly, and range-flexible, which is perfect for an LCC looking to dip its toes into longer routes without going full premium.
Could we be looking at Europe, Asia, or even North Africa on the radar for Flyadeal? Will low-cost long-haul from Jeddah soon be a thing? We’re watching closely.
Final Verdict: Flyadeal Low-Cost, Now Long-Haul Curious
This isn’t just a fleet update. It’s a power move. Flyadeal, long known for short hops and sharp pricing, is now teasing something much bigger. With 10 A330neos on the way, the airline could be gearing up for widebody routes that take its low-cost model global.
Where will they go? We don’t know yet. But one thing’s for sure: this deal just changed the game.
Would I fly Flyadeal long-haul if the price is right? Absolutely.
Would I bring snacks and noise-cancelling headphones? Definitely.
