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Time Out Dubai
3 days ago
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flydubai adds 4 new European destinations to its network
Dreaming of your next big holiday? Us too. flydubai, the DXB-based carrier, has announced that four brand new destinations across Europe will be added to its network. The airline will start flying to the Moldovan capital of Chișinău and the Romanian university city of Iași from September of this year, before taking flight to the Latvian capital of Riga and the Lithuanian capital of Vilnius from December 2025. It means that travellers now have 135 destinations in 58 countries to choose from when flying with the airline. It's the first time that a UAE-based carrier will operate direct flights from Dubai to Iași, Riga and Vilnius. There will be two weekly flights to 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. Chișinău (Credit: Canva) 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. And from Thursday December 11, flydubai will start operating three weekly flights to Vilnius. On the following day, it will start flying three times per week to Riga. Riga and Vilnius offer visitors the chance to discover their magnificent architecture and UNESCO World Heritage old towns. Emirates will codeshare on all four routes, offering passengers more options for connections. Riga (Credit: Canva) Ghaith Al Ghaith, Chief Executive Officer at flydubai, said that the new routes demonstrate the brand's commitment to flying to underserved markets. He said: 'The expansion of our network reflects our unwavering commitment to opening up underserved markets and stimulating free flows of trade and tourism, and we are pleased to see this happen with the launch of our latest destinations in Europe. 'Today, we have built a diverse network of more than 135 destinations, 75 percent of which are underserved routes from Dubai. 'With our new services to Eastern Europe and the Baltic region, we look forward to strengthening the UAE's trade and cultural links and supporting Dubai's position as an international aviation hub.' Jetting off soon? New Emirates flights from Dubai for 2025 Will you be jetting off soon? When is the next UAE public holiday? Your public holiday questions, answered Dubai flights: When will flydubai start operations in Al Maktoum International Airport? The budget airline will open at Al Maktoum International Airport sooner than you'd think
Time Out Dubai
22-05-2025
- Business
- Time Out Dubai
Emirates announces 46 extra flights for Hajj and Eid Al Adha season
Dubai's biggest airline has announced that it will be adding a whopping 46 extra flights during the upcoming busy travel period. Emirates will be ramping up its operations across the next three weeks as travellers in Dubai prepare for the upcoming Eid Al Adha break and Hajj pilgrimage. The DXB-based airline will, firstly, add 33 special flights to Jeddah and Medina until Saturday May 31 and between Tuesday June 10 and Monday June 16. These extra flights will support the thousands of pilgrims travelling for their once-in-a-lifetime journey to the city of Mecca. Please note that these flights will only be available to pilgrims with a valid Hajj visa. Emirates will also operate 13 additional flights across the GCC during the upcoming Eid Al Adha period to support all travellers with their plans. The break is currently predicted to give Dubai residents a four-day long weekend starting on Thursday June 5, but this will be confirmed towards the end of May. Emirates flights during Eid Al Adha The extra Emirates flights during the UAE public holiday will travel to and from the likes of Amman in Jordan, Dammam in Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Bahrain. These flights are designed to help travellers get to summer leisure destinations or to visit family during the holiday. Flights to select destinations across the GCC, Africa, South Asia, Far East, Europe and Africa will offer a special Eid Al Adha menu. Passengers will get traditional dishes like lamb madfoon and chicken zurbian in first, business and premium economy class. Those travelling in these classes will also get a pistachio and chocolate nammoura cake as well as white chocolate and rahash mousse cake. In economy class, you'll get a pistachio cake and coffee cake. Customers in all classes will be treated to desserts wrapped in unique, celebratory boxes which will include cake rangeena, pistachio rehash cake and date mamoul cookies. First and business class passengers flying from Jeddah will get the choice between dishes such as lamb mathlouta, lamb saleeg, hanaini and cheese kunafa in the airline's dedicated lounge. And any passengers flying in first and business class on the new-look Emirates A380 will be able to choose from a selection of Emirati desserts and get unlimited Arabic coffee in the onboard lounge. Emirates flights during Hajj Emirates will provide Hajj kits for travellers making the pilgrimage (Credit: Emirates) Emirates will be transporting nearly 32,000 Hajj passengers over the next three weeks from key points in its network, like the USA, Pakistan, Indonesia, South Africa, Thailand and the Ivory Coast. Pilgrims travelling with Emirates will receive distinctive Hajj luggage tags alongside a newly introduced Hajj kit. The kit will feature a prayer mat, tasbih beads, silicon water bottles and cushioned non-slip socks. Flights laid on especially for Hajj pilgrims will be customised. Pilgrims on the special service can expect ablution-friendly amenities, unperfumed towels, special announcements marking Al Miqat zones and dedicated Hajj content on the in-flight entertainment system. Passengers returning from Jeddah and Medina can also check in up to five litres of zamzam, which can then be placed in the aircraft's designated cargo area. Jetting off soon? Travelling for Eid Al Adha? This is the best day to find a cheap flight deal An expert reveals all New Emirates flights from Dubai for 2025 Will you be jetting off soon? New flydubai flights from Dubai for 2025 Your holiday plans sorted
Time Out Dubai
05-05-2025
- Business
- Time Out Dubai
flydubai restarts flights to one of Europe's must-see cities
flydubai has resumed flights to a top Italian destination ahead of summer 2025. The DXB-based airline has re-introduced three weekly flights to Pisa on Tuesday April 1, 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). If you like this: Direct flights from Dubai: 144 brilliant places to explore 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. (Credit: flydubai) Speaking about the resumption of flights to Pisa, Jeyhun Efendi, divisional senior vice president, commercial operations and e-commerce at flydubai, said: 'Since 2009, we have remained committed to opening up underserved markets and enhancing connectivity for our passengers, and we are pleased to do just that with our three-times weekly service to Pisa. 'As we approach the busy summer travel period, we look forward to welcoming more passengers on board who can expect a comfortable travel experience whether they are in Business or Economy Class.' flydubai now operates flights to five Italian destinations, including Catania, Milan-Bergamo, Naples and Olbia. Recently, the airline also expanded its network to three destinations in Iran, Bushehr, Qeshm and Tabriz, as well as launching a selection of summer flights to Antalya in Turkey. In other Dubai news COVEBEACH is now officially complete — take a look inside the stunning beach club It's bigger and better than ever Katy Perry to headline this year's Abu Dhabi Grand Prix race-day concert Are you ready to roar? This is when Global Village will close in summer 2025 The park is set to shut for the season
