Air Arabia launches direct Sharjah-Gdansk route

Low-cost carrier Air Arabia has launched a new direct route connecting Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) with Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport (GDN) in Poland. This expansion adds a second Polish city to its network after Krakow and provides UAE residents with a new, affordable gateway to Northern Europe and the Baltic region. ## What changed? Effective June 27, 2024, Air Arabia will operate three direct flights per week between Sharjah and Gdansk. The flights are scheduled to depart Sharjah at 9:00 AM and arrive in Gdansk at 1:45 PM local time. The return flight leaves Gdansk at 2:45 PM, arriving back in Sharjah at 11:00 PM. This is the first direct, low-cost connection between the UAE and Gdansk, a major port city known for its history and proximity to other Baltic destinations. According to Air Arabia, the new route aims to meet growing demand for affordable travel between the UAE and Europe. ## Who is affected? This route directly benefits UAE residents seeking budget-friendly European holidays. Gdansk offers a more cost-effective travel experience compared to major Western European capitals. The flight timing also allows for convenient connections for passengers from across the Air Arabia network. For Polish expatriates in the UAE, it provides another direct link home. For tourists and business travellers from Poland, it simplifies travel to the UAE. ### Visa requirements Poland is part of the Schengen Area. For UAE residents, visa requirements depend on nationality: -…