KARACHI: In a major development, Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has announced a significant decrease in airfares for Saudi Arabia-bound flights, ARY News reported on Tuesday.
The national flag carrier has slashed fares by 30% for people travelling to Riyadh, Damam and Al Qassim.
The passengers can avail the discounted fares facility from June 10-18, the PIA spokesperson said.
Back in April this year, the national airline had reduced the round-trip Umrah fare from the northern regions of the country by Rs47,000 to Rs103,000.
Similarly, the round-trip Umrah fare from Karachi to Saudi Arabia also reduced to Rs95,000 from previous Rs125,000.
Furthermore, PIA had also announced a 30% discount for individuals holding employment and residential visas for Saudi Arabia.
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