Daily flights on the new route offer Sharjah residents expanded budget travel choices for summer.
Dubai: Travellers from the UAE will soon have another low-cost option to Europe, as Air Arabia launches a new daily route from Sharjah to Rome. The service enhances connectivity and provides more affordable travel choices for residents.
The new nonstop service is set to begin on July 1, 2026, representing a further expansion of Air Arabia’s European network and providing direct access to one of the continent’s busiest travel corridors.
Flights on the route will be operated using the Airbus A320neo, offering improved fuel efficiency, lower emissions, and enhanced passenger comfort.
Growing demand for affordable travel
The latest route expansion reflects strong demand among UAE residents for direct budget travel to major European destinations, particularly during peak summer and holiday seasons.
“We are pleased to further expand our European footprint with the launch of daily flights to Rome, one of the world’s most iconic and culturally significant cities,” said Adel Al Ali, Group CEO of Air Arabia. “Expanding our presence in Italy demonstrates our commitment to providing convenient, direct connectivity to key international destinations while offering reliable, value-driven travel options for our customers.”
Strengthening UAE–Europe links
The new service also supports growing tourism and trade ties between the UAE and Italy, while providing greater travel flexibility for both leisure and business passengers.
“We are pleased to welcome Air Arabia, a new carrier that will connect Rome to the United Arab Emirates,” said Ivan Bassato, Chief Aviation Officer of Aeroporti di Roma. “The new service to Sharjah will further expand and diversify offerings to the Arabian Peninsula, reaffirming the strategic importance of the Roman market and strengthening Fiumicino’s international standing.”
With this addition, Air Arabia will operate daily nonstop services to two Italian destinations from Sharjah, reinforcing its efforts to expand affordable travel access between the UAE and Europe.
