# Flyadeal confirms jump to long-haul with premium economy

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Published: 2026-09-07T18:01:47.140Z
Modified: 2026-09-07T18:01:47.140Z
Author: Joan Sanz
Topics: Airlines
Summary: The Saudi low-cost carrier prepares a premium class and long-haul routes. A logical move that could redefine the market.

## Article

Flyadeal, the low-cost arm of Saudi Arabian Airlines, is no longer just a cheap short-haul carrier. Its CEO has revealed plans to add **premium economy** and a **long-haul network**, as reported by [Skift](https://skift.com/2026/09/07/flyadeal-ceo-reveals-plans-for-premium-economy-and-long-haul-network/). The move aligns with Saudi Arabia's ambition to become a global hub: you need product to connect beyond the Gulf.

What really changes? Flyadeal has spent years competing on price within the region, but long-haul demands more than aggressive fares. Premium economy is the perfect carrot to win business travelers who skip business class but don't want to be squeezed in economy. According to [the published report](https://skift.com/2026/09/07/flyadeal-ceo-reveals-plans-for-premium-economy-and-long-haul-network/), the plan is to scale naturally from its existing model, without abrupt leaps.

I see a smart play here. Emirates, Qatar, and Etihad have long fought for the premium passenger, and Flyadeal wants a slice with lower costs. Watch out, because that could pressure Gulf giants to review their premium economy fares. Who wins? The traveler, always. And if the airline manages long-haul efficiency like a true low-cost, we'll have to take it very seriously.

## Sources

- Skift: https://skift.com/2026/09/07/flyadeal-ceo-reveals-plans-for-premium-economy-and-long-haul-network/

## Citation

Flyadeal confirms jump to long-haul with premium economy. Notitur. 2026-09-07. https://notitur.com/en/digest/flyadeal-premium-economy-long-haul