Saudia Airlines is set to resume direct flights between Abuja, Nigeria and Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, by January 2027, providing travellers with a direct air link between the two cities.
The planned service is expected to improve travel options for Nigerians travelling to Saudi Arabia, particularly pilgrims heading to the Kingdom for Hajj and Umrah.
The development was reported as part of efforts to strengthen air connectivity between Nigeria and Saudi Arabia and improve travel links between the two countries.
The direct Abuja–Jeddah route would eliminate the need for passengers to rely on connecting flights on the journey, potentially reducing travel time and making the trip more convenient.
Current flight-search information shows that availability on the Abuja–Jeddah route can vary, with some services requiring connections, highlighting the importance of the planned direct service.
Saudia, Saudi Arabia’s national carrier, is headquartered in Jeddah and operates an extensive international network from the Kingdom.
The resumption of direct flights is also expected to support increased movement between Nigeria and Saudi Arabia as demand for religious and other international travel continues to grow.
However, travellers should await the airline’s official schedule and ticket-release details before making bookings, as the reported January 2027 timeline indicates a planned resumption rather than an immediate commencement of service.
