Yemenia
Yemen’s flag carrier, operating scheduled domestic and international services with a network focused on the Middle East, North Africa and selected long-haul markets.
About Yemenia
Yemenia is the flag carrier of Yemen and traces its history to Yemen Airlines, which was founded in 1962. The present airline identity emerged in 1978 following a reorganisation involving carriers from North and South Yemen. Yemenia has historically been jointly owned by the Yemeni and Saudi governments, giving it a distinctive binational ownership background while retaining its role as Yemen’s national airline and principal scheduled international operator.
Sanaa is Yemenia’s primary hub and busiest departure point, while Aden and Mukalla are important secondary bases within the country. Its network comprises 27 destinations across 17 countries and 92 routes. Services connect Yemeni cities with major regional centres including Cairo, Jeddah, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Riyadh and Amman, alongside domestic links to places such as Taiz, Hodeidah and Seiyun. Some routes may operate with limited frequencies.
Aircraft types associated with Yemenia’s operations include the Airbus A310, A319, A320 and A330, as well as the Boeing 737-800. Canadair Regional Jet 200 and 700 aircraft and the Embraer ERJ-190 are also on record. Equipment can differ by route and operating period. Depending on the aircraft and service, passengers may find economy and business-class cabins, with onboard amenities varying considerably between shorter regional sectors and longer international flights.
Yemenia is not a member of Star Alliance, SkyTeam or Oneworld, so passengers should not expect the alliance-wide earning, lounge and connection benefits offered by those groups. Travellers should check directly with the airline when booking for any currently available loyalty benefits, partner arrangements or premium-service entitlements, as these may be more limited than those provided by larger international network carriers.
Yemenia’s principal strength is its direct access to Yemen and its links between several Yemeni cities and important regional gateways, making it particularly relevant for travellers with family, business or essential travel needs. The main challenge is operational uncertainty: conflict, airspace restrictions and changing airport conditions can affect schedules, routings and ticket availability. Passengers should reconfirm flights, entry requirements and airport status close to departure and allow flexibility for changes.
Good to know
Flying with Yemenia — what to expect
Reconfirm Your Flight
Schedules can change because of operational conditions, airspace restrictions or airport availability. Check the flight status directly with Yemenia shortly before travel.
Check Airport Status
Confirm which Yemeni airport is operating your flight and arrive with extra time, especially when local access or security procedures may be subject to change.
Verify Baggage Limits
Baggage allowances can vary by route, cabin and ticket conditions. Use the allowance printed on your booking and ask the airline before departure if carrying oversized or additional bags.
Allow Connection Time
Leave a generous buffer when connecting through Sanaa, Aden, Mukalla or an overseas gateway. Separate tickets offer less protection if a delay causes a missed onward flight.
Cabins Vary
Aircraft and onboard facilities may differ between domestic, regional and longer international services. Confirm the operating aircraft and included services if seat comfort or meals are important.
Review Travel Advice
Check current government travel guidance, visa rules and insurance coverage before visiting Yemen. Some insurers may restrict coverage when official advisories are in effect.
Network overview
Where Yemenia flies
Yemenia operates 92 routes to 27 destinations across 17 countries, its longest sector reaching Jakarta to Sanaa (7,281 km nonstop).
Destinations served
Cities Yemenia flies to, most-served first.
Main hubs
Busiest departure bases, by route count.
Fleet
Aircraft types on record for these routes.
Longest nonstop route
Jakarta → Sanaa
7,281 km · CGK → SAH
The longest sector in the Yemenia network, measured as the great-circle distance between the two airports.
Route data · TravelPayouts route data · updated 2026-07
Route network
Popular routes operated by Yemenia
Reviews of Yemenia
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What travellers flew
Counted from the 1 review below — a tally of the flights reviewed, with each chip carrying the average score those reviewers gave. Nothing here reads their prose or summarises what they said.
✓ marks a group averaging 7/10 or better, − one averaging 4/10 or worse, across at least three reviews.
Mr
The aircraft was very comfortable and the hostesses very friendly and helpful. The flight was punctual from Johannesburg and ex Jeddah. However there was a delay at Sanhaa airport.
Posted June 2019 by Goolam
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FAQ
Yemenia — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
8 common questions
- Sanaa is Yemenia’s primary and busiest departure hub. Aden and Mukalla also serve as important operating points within Yemen.
- Yemenia serves domestic Yemeni cities and international destinations across the Middle East, North Africa and selected longer-haul markets. Notable cities include Sanaa, Aden, Mukalla, Cairo, Jeddah, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Riyadh and Amman.
- Lower fares are generally easier to find when booking early, travelling outside major holidays and remaining flexible about departure dates. Compare nearby dates, but prioritise tickets with suitable change conditions because schedules can be disrupted.
- Carry-on limits may depend on the cabin, route and ticket conditions. Check Yemenia’s current baggage rules and the allowance shown on your booking before packing, as airport enforcement can vary.
- The busiest departure points are Sanaa, Aden, Mukalla, Cairo and Jeddah, in that order by number of routes.
- Yemenia serves 27 destinations across 17 countries, operating 92 routes.
- Yemenia’s longest route is Jakarta to Sanaa, covering about 7,281 km nonstop.
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