JEDDAH: The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) has announced the start of regular commercial flights by Transavia France between Saudi Arabia and France. The flights will operate between Lyon and Paris, with routes extending to Jeddah during the winter season of 2024, with a frequency of two flights per week commencing on December 12.

According to Saudi Press Agency, this initiative is part of GACA’s continuous endeavor to strengthen air connectivity and integrate the Kingdom into the global network. It aligns with the Saudi Vision 2030 goal of positioning Saudi Arabia as a global logistics hub. Additionally, it supports the National Aviation Strategy objective of forging new routes for air travel.