Flyadeal introduces connecting itineraries and 24-hour cancellation option

Flyadeal has moved beyond a pure point-to-point model with the launch of flyadeal Connections, a new product that lets passengers book domestic and international itineraries on a single through-ticket across its network. The Saudi low-cost carrier is also rolling out Time to Think, a 24-hour free-cancellation option for bookings made on its website or app, while baggage is checked through to the final destination on connecting journeys.

The new service routes traffic via Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam and Madinah, expanding the airline’s usable network from 58 city pairs to 236 and creating 178 additional one-stop options. Acting chief executive Sanjiv Kapoor described the move as part of flyadeal’s broader push to widen route choice while preserving its low-fare model. The product is aimed at making the carrier more attractive to international travellers, including passengers from markets such as Hyderabad and Islamabad connecting onwards to destinations including Jeddah, Madinah, Abha and Dammam.