Air Arabia Cabin CrewRequirements & Hiring
Everything you need to know before you apply to Air Arabia— requirements, real pay, the hiring process, and whether they're recruiting right now.
Reviewed August 2026 · confirm exact figures on Air Arabia's careers page before applying.
- Age:
- 20–33 years old
- English:
- Fluent English required; additional languages an advantage
- Hiring:
- 4-stage process. Recruitment runs via the Air Arabia careers portal and recruitment events.
Is Air Arabia hiring right now?
Low-cost Gulf carrier with a wide MENA network — regular intakes.
Track Air Arabia hiring newsAir Arabia cabin crew requirements
- Age
- 20–33 years old
- Education
- Diploma required; fresh graduates encouraged to apply
- English
- Fluent English required; additional languages an advantage
- Swimming
- Must be able to swim with the help of a flotation aid
- Medical
- Fit-for-flying medical clearance
Height 160 cm (female) / 168 cm (male). Check your own eligibility — free →
Air Arabia cabin crew salary
- Basic pay
- AED 5,000–8,000 basic (entry-level)
- Flying pay
- Included in total range below
- Per-diem
- Included in total range below
- Accommodation
- Housing allowance provided
Total: Reported total range AED 5,000–13,000/month. UAE has no personal income tax on this income.
Air Arabia hiring process
- 1Online application
- 2Assessment day: grooming, reach test, group exercise
- 3Interview
- 4Medical and background checks, then a training offer
Recruitment runs via the Air Arabia careers portal and recruitment events.
Air Arabia interview questions & model answers →Air Arabia cabin crew FAQs
What is the minimum age to apply to Air Arabia as cabin crew?
Air Arabia requires applicants to be 20–33 years old.
Is a swim test required for Air Arabia cabin crew?
Must be able to swim with the help of a flotation aid
What does Air Arabia cabin crew pay?
Reported total range is AED 5,000–13,000/month. Figures come from public aviation-recruitment sources rather than Air Arabia's own confirmation, so treat this as a strong guide rather than an exact number.