International airport at the Red Sea begins operations

The inaugural flight of Saudia touched down at the Red Sea International Airport (RSIA) early Thursday, as announced by Red Sea Global.

The prominent developer responsible for groundbreaking tourism destinations, including The Red Sea and AMAALA, declared that there will be bi-weekly flights from Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport. These flights will connect both places in under two hours, operating on Thursdays and Saturdays. Additionally, a return flight to Riyadh is scheduled for the same day.

John Pagano, the CEO of Red Sea Global, remarked, "We envisioned TRS as a global hub for individuals to immerse in Saudi culture, hospitality, and natural beauty. With RSIA receiving its first flight and our resorts starting to get reservations, Saudi Arabia's place in international tourism is firmly established."

The released statement highlights that flights from Riyadh to RSIA will depart at 10:50 a.m. every Thursday, with a return after 165 minutes. On Saturdays, the flight leaves at 12:50 p.m. from Riyadh, with a 3:35 p.m. return from the Red Sea Airport.

Given its strategic location, the airport, reachable within eight hours for 85% of the global population, is set to accommodate international flights by next year as more resorts open.

The statement also mentioned that Daa International oversees RSIA's operations. They've partnered with Red Sea Global since 2020 for design validation and the airport's commissioning. "The commencement of RSIA's commercial services marks the beginning of Daa International's operational duties," the announcement read.

Red Sea Global also unveiled RSIA's fresh brand identity, evident in various elements, from terminal aesthetics and staff attire to the electric vehicles ferrying passengers.

Pagano further commented, "RSIA symbolizes the gateway to the TRS experience. It's the first and last memory for our visitors. The brand signifies the top-tier hospitality they can anticipate throughout their stay."

The brand's icon mirrors the unique architectural design of RSIA. An aerial perspective of the airport mainly influences it. This design epitomizes the brand's modernity, innovation, and elegance.
In conclusion, Red Sea Global emphasized its ongoing infrastructure advancements, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable development and transformative tourism for TRS.