5 Cheapest Airlines in Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)

Last days of the month and I have to make an air journey. Looking for cheap airlines to travel with?

Look no further; we are here for your aid!

We have researched and compiled a list of the top 5 cheapest airlines in the Gulf countries.

These airlines not only serve based on quality but also fit with ease in your tight budget.

These airlines are among the top low-cost and affordable airlines with Economy Class cabins. You can book your flights manually or through the e-ticketing systems available at their websites if you are in a rush.

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5 Cheapest Airlines in GCC

These airlines serve in the destinations of the Middle East Gulf, Asian, European and American nations.

Etihad Airways

Being the second-largest airline company in UAE after Emirates Airlines, Etihad Airways has around 1000 flights each week globally. It is the flag carrier airline of the United Arab Emirates.

With over a large fleet of 113 aircraft, Etihad Airways serves over 81 national and international destinations.

The central airport of Etihad Airways is the Abu Dhabi International Airport. Etihad Airways have been ranked among the peak ten of the world’s top airlines by Skytrax numerous times.

Established in 2003, Etihad Airways has a service of excellent quality, but the fares are quite low and reasonable.

At modest prices, Etihad Airways offer the Residence, First Apartment, and Suites on their aircraft. The Business and Economy Classes are well stocked with all the essential faculties.

All the airline classes of Etihad Airways are furnished with modern adjustable seats, sizeable in-flight entertainment screens, and hospitable crew members.

The in-flight served food is fresh and delectable. The menu is updated regularly and up to the standard quality.

All these facilities are offered at low and acceptable prices on which an average person can travel quite comfortably.

Cebu Pacific

Established in 1988, Cebu Pacific is a Philippine airline famous for its low travel fares.

Cebu Pacific has a flight size of 73 airplanes with destinations of over 64 cities. Out of which, 27 are international destinations across 15 nations in the Asia Pacific, and 37 are domestic destinations.

Cebu Pacific is a founding partner of Value Alliance. This is the largest union between low-cost carrier airlines.

Cebu Pacific allows you to carry up to 7kg of hand-carry baggage and a small bag along with it. Up to 32kg of checked-in baggage is permitted. You can ensure your luggage with “Baggage Protect Insurance.”

Cebu Pacific is Asia’s low-budget and maintenance carrier airline having incredibly meager flight expenses.

Air India Express

Air India Express

Air India Express is a subsidiary of the Indian flag carrier Air India. It started its operations in April 2005.

Air India Express is a low-cost airline headquartered in Kerala, India.

There are 25 airliners of Air India Express with 186 seating extent in each plane.

Approximately 621 flights are conducted to over 32 national and international destinations. Domestic flights connect about 140 city pairs.

Air India Express serves in the Middle East, Gulf, and Southeast Asian countries. The international destinations cover major cities of Oman, Bahrain, Singapore, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and the United Arab Emirates.

Air India Express provides services at economical and thrifty prices, making it easier for an average person to travel.

Airblue Limited

Airblue Limited

Airblue Limited is a private airline in Pakistan. It was started its air journey in June 2004. The main center of Airblue is at Jinnah International Airport in Karachi.

Airblue Limited is essentially a low-cost airline with service of only Economy Class. This airline has its headquarters on the 12th floor of Stock Exchange Towers in Islamabad, Pakistan.

There are ten aircraft owned and operated by Airblue Limited. Five of each airplane Airbus A320-200 and Airbus A321-200, can hold up to 180 and 220 passengers, respectively.

All the cabins have a 3-3-3 seating layout and overhead video screens for entertainment and information purposes. Airblue Limited Airlines provides cargo shipment services, electronic ticketing, and wireless check-in for its ease.

Airblue covers the different destinations of Pakistan (including Islamabad, Lahore, Karachi, and Peshawar), Saudi Arabia (Jeddah, Riyadh, Dammam), and the United Arab Emirates (Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah). Airblue has recently started journeys to Muscat, Oman as well.

PIA

PIA

Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) is the national flag carrier of Pakistan. It was established in October 1946.

The main hub of Pakistan International Airlines is in Karachi and secondary hubs in Lahore and Islamabad.

It was founded before the creation of Pakistan and had headquarters in Calcutta, India. This was later shifted to Pakistan.

With a 32 aircraft fleet, PIA serves in 18 domestic destinations and around 24 international journeys, with 16 in Asia, the Middle East, and European areas.

There are three classes on PIA, Business Class, Executive Economy, and Economy Class. PIA does not serve any food containing pork and alcohol and is considered a dry airline.

PIA’s various services include an in-flight entertainment system, flight magazines, cuisines according to the passengers’ requirements, and internet service.

These services are provided for just a low cut price and are quite reasonable when on a strained budget.

Wrap Up

It is just our list; you can add value by suggesting more to our readers. Pakistan International Airlines is not the cheapest one, by the way. As the Pakistani government operates it, you can sometimes get a waived-off offer, but not always.

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