Air Arabia

Air Arabia is a low-cost airline based in Sharjah, in the United Arab Emirates. Alongside its main hub at Sharjah, the group operates hubs in other countries, including Morocco, Egypt and Saudi Arabia, and flies to destinations across the Middle East, North Africa, Asia and Europe. For many travellers it is a budget link between Morocco, Europe and the Gulf.

Hubs and network

Air Arabia lists its hubs in the United Arab Emirates, Morocco, Egypt and Saudi Arabia. Sharjah is a separate airport from Dubai International, so check where you land.

Baggage allowance

From Air Arabia’s official cabin baggage FAQ:

• One cabin bag up to 55 x 40 x 20 cm and 7 kg.
• One personal item (such as a laptop bag or handbag) up to 25 x 33 x 20 cm and 3 kg.
• Duty-free purchases are allowed as long as the total stays within 10 kg.
• Passengers with an infant under 2 may carry one extra small bag of up to 3 kg for baby essentials.
• Bags over the limit may have to be checked in, and a fee per piece can apply at the gate.

Checked baggage is chosen when booking or modifying: 20, 30 or 40 kg, within the number of pieces allowed (baggage overview).

Check-in

Online check-in opens 48 hours before departure, with seat selection and an instant boarding pass (official page). Air Arabia also offers city and home check-in services in some locations in the UAE.

Seats, food and onboard service

As a low-cost airline, Air Arabia sells seats, meals and extras separately or in fare bundles.

Changes, cancellations and refunds

Charges for changes and cancellations are set out on the modification and cancellation charges page. For flights covered by EU rules, Air Arabia has a dedicated EC261 claim page.

Practical tips

• Book the checked bag in advance rather than at the airport.
• Remember the 10 kg cabin total, duty-free included.
• Flying to or from Morocco? See our Casablanca guide and Casablanca airport guide.

Official links

• Booking: airarabia.com · add baggage
• Help and contact: Air Arabia help centre

Rules and services checked against official sources in October 2026. Airlines and airports change their policies, fares and services regularly: always confirm the details for your own booking on the official pages linked here before you travel.

Header photo: Md Shaifuzzaman Ayon / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0