
Flyadeal's Passenger Numbers Surge by 25% to Over Five Million in 2025
Flyadeal, Saudi Arabia’s low-cost airline, reports a remarkable increase in passenger numbers and operational achievements for the first half of 2025.
Flyadeal, Saudi Arabia’s burgeoning low-cost carrier, has reported impressive half-year figures for 2025, highlighting its remarkable achievement of operational punctuality. In comparison to the first half of 2024, passenger numbers rose by 25%, surpassing five million.
With a total of 33,400 flights - averaging 200 daily - and a near 60% increase in the number of routes flown, Flyadeal not only exceeded growth expectations but also secured its position as the world’s most punctual airline in June, boasting 91.77% on-time performance.
Operational Highlights for January – June 2025
- Passenger count increased 25% to 5.05 million.
- Seat capacity rose by 21%.
- Total flights operated increased 20% to 33,400.
- The number of routes surged by 57% to 127.
- The fleet expanded by five aircraft, reaching a total of 39.
- Earned the title of the most punctual airline worldwide, with performance peaking at 91.77%.
- Marked six continuous months as the best low-cost airline in the Middle East for punctuality.
- Initiated scheduled flights to Pakistan, marking its first service to South Asia.
Key Milestones and Achievements in H1 2025
- Joined the AlFursan loyalty program of sister airline Saudia, enabling mile earning on Flyadeal flights.
- Placed a historic order for 10 Airbus A330 widebody aircraft for long-haul operations.
- Celebrated the graduation of the first 10 out of 150 cadet pilots under the new Saudi government scholarship program.
- Revealed plans for Saudi cabin crew to receive certification as tour guides in a pioneering initiative.
- Became a member of the International Air Transport Association.
- Expanded the workforce by 21%, totaling 1,600 employees.