UAE Airlines Launch Unbeatable Eid Al Adha Travel Deals
Massive discounts, flexible payment options, and limited-time offers entice holidaymakers
Dubai, UAE – With the Eid Al Adha holiday season around the corner, UAE-based airlines are pulling out all the stops to attract travelers with deeply discounted airfares, flexible payment plans, and exclusive promotions.
From premium carriers like Emirates and Etihad to budget-friendly airlines such as Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, flydubai, and Air Arabia, the travel market is witnessing an all-out price war as airlines compete to capture a larger share of the anticipated surge in demand.
Budget-Friendly Destinations From Just Dh129
Sharjah-based Air Arabia has introduced one-way fares starting at just Dh129 to several regional destinations including Oman, India, Egypt, and Lebanon. Travelers can book tickets by June 2 for flights between June 1 and September 30.
Here are some of Air Arabia's top offers:
Oman: Dh129
Bahrain: Dh149
Kuwait: Dh149
Saudi Arabia: Dh149
Meanwhile, Wizz Air Abu Dhabi and other low-cost carriers are offering one-way tickets to Iran, Jordan, and Lebanon for as low as Dh199, and to Armenia, Azerbaijan, Egypt, India, Iraq, Kazakhstan, and Qatar for just Dh299.
Emirates Launches 'Fly Now, Pay Later' Scheme
Dubai's flagship carrier Emirates is offering a flexible financing plan that allows select UAE credit card holders to pay for tickets in three zero-interest monthly installments. The initiative is designed to make premium travel more accessible for families and individuals planning vacations during the break.
flydubai Offers Return Fares From Dh965
Dubai's low-cost airline flydubai is promoting round-trip fares starting from Dh965, with a range of attractive destinations on offer:
Alexandria: Dh1,295
Antalya: Dh1,615
Belgrade: Dh1,555
Yerevan: Dh1,095
Samarkand: Dh1,075
Bucharest: Dh1,465
The airline's website lists additional destinations with competitive fares, targeting those seeking cooler summer escapes or culturally rich getaways.
Saudia Offers 'Buy One, Get One Free' Deal
Adding to the competitive momentum, Saudia, the national carrier of Saudi Arabia, has launched a 'Buy One, Get One Free' promotion on selected domestic and regional round-trip Guest Class (Saver) tickets.
The deal is available for booking between May 25 and May 28, 2025, with travel dates between July 1 and August 31, 2025. The offer is valid for flights originating from:
Saudi Arabia
Dubai and Abu Dhabi (UAE)
Doha (Qatar)
Salalah (Oman)
Manama (Bahrain)
Kuwait City
Amman (Jordan)
Customers can activate the offer using the promo code BUY1Get1 on Saudia's booking platform.
According to travel industry experts, the array of offers is a direct response to the high demand for travel during Eid, with many UAE residents planning regional and international getaways. Airlines are competing aggressively on price and value to fill seats early and secure market share.
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