New flydubai flights from Dubai for 2025: New routes to Europe, North Africa and GCC
In the mood for a holiday? Us too.
With summer on the horizon and loads of UAE public holidays still to come in 2025, we're spoiled for choice when it comes to our next big vacay.
Keep these new flydubai flights on your radar if you're looking for the freshest destinations to travel to directly from Dubai.
With five new spots added to their already massive network and the return of a popular European destination, there are plenty of new options to choose from.
We can't wait to see where else flydubai will take us next. Here are the new flydubai flights for 2025. Keep checking back for updates.
Al Alamein
Al Alamein (Credit: Adobe)
A brand new destination for flydubai, Al Alamein is a stunning place to visit on the Egyptian coastline.
Al Alamein is part of the airline's summer schedule of 11 destinations, and with summer temperatures averaging around 32 degrees Celsius it's easy to see why.
Taking off daily from DXB at 8.45am (UAE time), you will land in Egypt at noon (local time). Returning to Dubai, you will leave Al Alamein at 1pm, and touch down in the UAE again at 6pm (UAE time).
Flights will run throughout the summer, beginning on Saturday June 7 and running until Sunday September 7.
Antalya
Antalya has been added to flydubai's summer network (Credit: flydubai)
Another new destination for the airline's summer programme, Antalya is a beautiful coastal destination in the Mediterranean.
With gorgeous turquoise blue waters, this destination is one of the best places to visit in Turkey.
You'll find ancient ruins such as Hadrian's Gate and the Roman Harbour amongst the impeccable vibes.
Flights will be daily and start from Thursday June 5 until Tuesday September 30.
Bushehr
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The port city of Bushehr is the energy capital of Iran and home to several historically important sites.
Flights to this destination began on Thursday March 13 from Terminal 2 at DXB and is served twice per week.
Chișinău
Chișinău (Credit: Canva)
There will be two weekly flights to the Moldovan capital of Chișinău from Terminal 2 of Dubai International Airport starting on Wednesday September 17.
Famous for its historic white limestone buildings, unique architecture and sprawling natural parks, Chișinău is a great destination for those who want to travel off the beaten path.
Emirates will codeshare on the route, offering passengers more options for connections.
Iași
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flydubai will take off to the Romanian university city of Iași from September.
From Friday September 19, flydubai will fly twice per week to Iași. Romania's second-largest city is also one of its most historic and features stunning sites and charming neighbourhoods.
Emirates will codeshare on the route, offering passengers more options for connections.
Peshawar
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Starting from Thursday May 15, the Dubai-based carrier will operate a daily service to Peshawar in Pakistan.
Flights to Bacha Khan International Airport will take off from Terminal 2 at Dubai International Airport.
The new route from DXB allows travellers from the UAE and the rest of the GCC more options when flying to Pakistan.
Pisa
The Leaning Tower of Pisa (Credit: flydubai)
flydubai has reintroduced three weekly flights to Pisa, meaning you have a direct route to some of the best pizza and pasta in the world (apart from the dishes found in Dubai, of course).
Taking off from Terminal 3, the flights will run between DXB and Pisa International Airport (PSA).
Located in Italy's Tuscany region, the city is best known for its iconic Leaning Tower, completed all the way back in 1372 (it's been leaning for a long time).
Currently operating from DXB on a Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, the outbound flight leaves Dubai at 7.25am local time, landing in Pisa at 12.10pm local time.
The return journey from Pisa departs at 1.10pm local time and lands back into Dubai at 9.30pm local time.
Qeshm
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Separated from the Iranian mainland, this island destination is surrounded by crystal-clear blue waters, an abundance of wildlife and stunning geological formations.
Flights to this popular destination began on Friday March 14, with flydubai aircraft taking off three times per week to get to Qeshm.
Tabriz
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Once a major Silk Road market, Tabriz has maintained a reputation for handicrafts, local sweets and traditional food.
You'll find a blend of history, culture and hospitality in one of Iran's largest cities.
Flights first took off from DXB on Thursday March 13 and it's served twice weekly.
Riga
Riga (Credit: Canva)
Flights will take off to the Latvian capital of Riga from December 2025.
flydubai will travel three times per week to Riga from Friday December 12.
Riga offer visitors the chance to discover magnificent architecture and explore a UNESCO World Heritage old town.
Emirates will codeshare on the route, offering passengers more options for connections.
Vilnius
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From Thursday December 11, flydubai will start operating three weekly flights to Vilnius.
Vilnius offer visitors the chance to discover its magnificent architecture and explore UNESCO World Heritage old town.
Emirates will codeshare on the route, offering passengers more options for connections.
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