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Ryanair Announces Record Winter Schedule for Amman, Increases Connectivity and Tourism in Jordan

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Ryanair's announcement marks a significant milestone for Jordan's aviation and tourism sectors, with the airline offering over 300,000 seats across 18 destinations and connecting Jordan to 12 EU countries. The rapid restoration of Ryanair's full operations at Amman Airport reflects the pro-business approach of the Jordanian Government and the airport's pragmatic support, reinforcing Jordan's position as one of the Middle East's most attractive and accessible tourism destinations.

Key Takeaways:

  • Ryanair is offering over 300,000 seats across 18 destinations and connecting Jordan to 12 EU countries, including Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, and Spain.
  • The airline has reaffirmed its commitment to driving inbound tourism and economic growth by offering Europe's lowest fares, allowing visitors to spend more in Jordan's local hotels, restaurants, and services.
  • Ryanair unveiled an ambitious investment proposal for the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, which envisions increasing annual traffic by 360% to reach 3 million seats.
  • The investment proposal includes launching new flights to Marka (Amman) Airport and maintaining year-round services to Aqaba.
  • Ryanair CEO, Eddie Wilson, stated that Jordan remains a key tourist destination this Winter, delivering enhanced connectivity, increased tourism, and economic growth with Europe's lowest fares.
  • The partnership between Ryanair and the Kingdom has led to the creation of new opportunities across the tourism value chain, with over 1 million visitors welcomed since the start of the partnership in 2018.
  • The Jordan Tourism Board Managing Director, Dr. Abdul Razzaq Arabiyat, highlighted the exceptional results achieved through the partnership, including welcoming over 1 million visitors from across Europe and achieving record-breaking tourism numbers in multiple seasons.

Statistics:

  • Over 300,000 seats offered by Ryanair across 18 destinations.
  • 84 weekly flights across 18 routes to 12 European countries (Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, and Spain).
  • 360% increase in annual traffic envisioned by Ryanair's investment proposal.
  • 3 million seats projected annually by 2025/2026 Season.
  • 50 direct connections from European cities to Jordan planned under the investment proposal.
  • Over 1 million visitors welcomed to Jordan since the start of the partnership with Ryanair in 2018.

Sources:

  • Ryanair (https://Ryanair.com/)
  • Jordan Tourism Board
  • "APO Group"

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