Bahrain’s Gulf Air mulling flights to UAE’s Ras Al Khaimah Airport

Bahrain’s Gulf Air mulling flights to UAE’s Ras Al Khaimah Airport

Ras Al Khaimah International Airport (RAK International Airport) has signed an MoU with Bahrain's national carrier Gulf Air to explore the possibility of starting flights from the kingdom to the emirate.

"We are always keen to explore ways to enhance the connectivity between the Kingdom of Bahrain and the UAE. As a boutique carrier, we look forward to adding Ras Al Khaimah to our network of destinations,“ said Gulf Air's acting CEO Captain Waleed AlAlawi.

"We are extremely impressed with the facilities that RAK International Airport provides, which will serve the high standards our passengers expect from Gulf Air,“ added AlAlawi.

Sanjay Khanna, Chief Executive Officer of RAK International Airport, meanwhile said: "We are delighted to sign this Memorandum of Understanding with Gulf Air to set the stage for flight services between Bahrain and Ras Al Khaimah - along with the Northern Emirates - and enhance Ras Al Khaimah International Airport's connectivity to destinations around the world.

"Gulf-state connectivity is a key tenet of our expansion strategy, and with its long history, commendable track record, and vast network, Gulf Air is an ideal partner for this mission. Aiming to build connectivity between the Emirate and the Kingdom of Bahrain, this move will allow