Prague becomes Air Arabia’s latest European gateway from Sharjah

December 20, 2025 / 8:32 PM

Sharjah 24: Air Arabia, the Middle East and North Africa’s first and largest budget carrier, launched a new daily non-stop flight connecting Sharjah International Airport and Václav Havel Airport Prague, marking a significant milestone in the airline’s expanding network.

Enhancing travel flexibility and connectivity

The route, operated using Air Arabia’s recently received Airbus A320neo aircraft, aims to provide passengers with greater flexibility, convenience, and affordability, supporting business, leisure, and cultural travel between the UAE and the Czech Republic.

Welcome ceremony in Prague

A welcome ceremony was held upon arrival at Prague airport, attended by airport officials, local partners, and Air Arabia representatives, highlighting the importance of this direct connection and fostering closer ties between the two regions.

CEO comments on the new route

Adel Al Ali, Group Chief Executive Officer of Air Arabia, said: "We are delighted to commence our daily non-stop flights to Prague, a key European destination that reflects the growing demand for accessible and reliable air travel from the UAE. This route reflects our commitment to expanding our European network from Sharjah while supporting the growth of tourism, business, and cultural exchange between both countries."

Prague Airport’s perspective

Jiří Pos, Chairman of the Board of Prague Airport, stated that the service strengthens connections with the Middle East and marks Air Arabia’s return to the Sharjah route after five years. He highlighted that the service also provides passengers with convenient access to connecting destinations in East Africa, India, Sri Lanka, the Maldives, Thailand, and Kuala Lumpur.

Expanding European network

The new daily service complements Air Arabia’s European destinations from Sharjah, including Vienna, Athens, Milan Bergamo, Krakow, Warsaw Chopin, and Warsaw Modlin, giving travelers an increasingly wide choice of direct flights.

Modern fleet and passenger experience

Air Arabia operates a modern fleet of Airbus A320 and A321 aircraft, offering value-added services such as SkyTime, a complementary in-flight streaming service, SkyCafe, its onboard menu, and Air Rewards, the airline’s generous loyalty program.