Abha International Airport becomes Saudi Arabia’s first quiet airport

Dubai: Abha International Airport has announced its transition to become Saudi Arabia’s first quiet airport, eliminating routine public announcements such as boarding calls and last calls for passengers.

The initiative, announced on Thursday, aligns with global best practices seen at major international airports including Singapore Changi, Zurich, Amsterdam and London City.

The decision to stop traditional loudspeaker announcements aims to create a calmer and less noisy environment within the airport.

Instead of audible calls, all flight information will now be communicated via flight display screens and at boarding gates before passengers board.

An extensive awareness campaign will be launched to inform travelers about the new quiet airport protocols, including multilingual information boards and electronic notices.

Additionally, the airport will introduce a specialized voice call system in the coming months, reserved exclusively for emergencies or critical updates such as flight cancellations or significant delays.

Abha Airport management has expressed hope that the move will improve the travel experience, encouraging passengers to rely more on visual cues and digital information for a smoother and quieter journey.