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What's On
3 days ago
- Business
- What's On
flydubai launches direct flights to 4 new European cities
Four new reasons to book a Euro trip from Dubai… Thinking of switching sand for cobblestones? You've got options. flydubai has just announced four new destinations across Eastern Europe and the Baltics – making it even easier to plan your next city hop with fewer layovers and more time on the ground. The Dubai-based carrier is growing fast, and this latest expansion brings more than just new places on the map – it opens up new travel experiences you may not have considered (yet). Where to next? From September 2024, you'll be able to book direct flights to Chișinău (Moldova's capital) and Iași in Romania. December 2025 brings even more good news, with new routes to Riga in Latvia and Vilnius in Lithuania. For those keeping track, that's now 35 destinations in Europe alone, and over 135 worldwide on the flydubai network. The airline will also become the first UAE carrier to fly direct to Iași International Airport, a win for anyone looking to explore Romania beyond Bucharest. The details Chișinău (KIV) & Iași (IAS): 2x weekly from Terminal 2, DXB Riga (RIX) & Vilnius (VNO): 3x weekly from Terminal 3, DXB All four routes will also be codeshared with Emirates, making onward travel even smoother. First direct flights to Iași from the UAE flydubai is making travel easier by becoming the first UAE carrier to operate direct flights to Iași International Airport. Located in Romania's northeast, Iași is known for its historical charm, cobbled streets, and creative buzz – now just a direct flight away. Hello, Baltics December marks flydubai's debut in the Baltics, with flights launching to both Riga and Vilnius. Think fairytale towns, street cafés, and a completely different pace – no long-haul layovers required. These flights open up new options for weekend breaks – perfect for switching things up and exploring parts of Europe that feel a little different from the usual go-tos. Also read You can now pay for Air Arabia flights with crypto in the UAE Dubai Airport to close: All flights to shift to Al Maktoum International A bigger network, more possibilities flydubai's total network now includes more than 135 destinations, with 75% on routes previously underserved from Dubai. It's part of the airline's mission to make travel more accessible – and a lot more interesting. > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
Daily Tribune
3 days ago
- Business
- Daily Tribune
flydubai Expands European Reach with Four New Destinations Including First-Ever Baltic Services
Dubai-based airline adds Chișinău, Iași, Riga, and Vilnius to its growing network DUBAI — flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, has announced the launch of flights to four new European destinations, marking a significant expansion of its international network. Starting in September 2025, the airline will begin services to Chișinău in Moldova and Iași in Romania, followed by Riga in Latvia and Vilnius in Lithuania from December 2025. This expansion brings flydubai's European footprint to 35 destinations across 20 countries, further solidifying its position as a key player in connecting underserved markets to Dubai and beyond. Historic Firsts for the UAE Carrier The latest announcement is particularly notable as flydubai becomes the first UAE carrier to offer direct flights between Dubai and Iași International Airport (IAS) in Romania. flydubai has been operating in Romania since 2012 with flights to Bucharest and now extends its reach within the country. The airline is also entering new territory with its debut into the Baltic region. With the launch of direct services to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Latvia and Vilnius International Airport (VNO) in Lithuania, flydubai opens new gateways for both tourism and trade between the UAE and Northern Europe. Commitment to Underserved Markets Ghaith Al Ghaith, CEO of flydubai, highlighted the strategic intent behind the new routes: 'The expansion of our network reflects our unwavering commitment to opening up underserved markets and stimulating free flows of trade and tourism. 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.' Currently, 75% of flydubai's destinations are underserved routes, with the airline's network exceeding 135 global locations. Enhancing Connectivity Across Europe Jeyhun Efendi, Divisional Senior Vice President of Commercial Operations and E-commerce at flydubai, emphasized Europe's growing importance in the airline's strategy: 'Europe remains an important market for flydubai, and we are excited to grow our network with the addition of Chișinău, Iași, Riga, and Vilnius. These new gateways will enable more passengers to enjoy a seamless travel experience to Dubai and further beyond through our network and Emirates codeshare partnership.' Destination Highlights Chișinău, Moldova: Nestled along the Bîc River, this charming capital is one of Europe's greenest cities, known for its limestone buildings and scenic parks. Iași, Romania: Romania's second-largest city is rich in history, home to architectural gems and a vibrant cultural scene. Riga, Latvia & Vilnius, Lithuania: Both Baltic capitals boast stunning architecture and UNESCO World Heritage-listed old towns, making them attractive options for travelers seeking historic and cultural experiences. Flight Details and Fares Chișinău (RMO) and Iași (IAS) flights will depart from Terminal 2, Dubai International (DXB)
Al Etihad
3 days ago
- Business
- Al Etihad
flydubai strengthens presence in Europe with four new destinations
28 May 2025 16:45 DUBAI (WAM) flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, continues to grow its network with the launch of flights to four new destinations. This includes the start of flights to Chișinău and Iași from September 2025 in addition to Riga and Vilnius from December 2025, expanding the carrier's network in Europe to 35 destinations across 20 announcement makes flydubai the first UAE carrier to offer direct flights between Dubai and Iași International Airport (IAS) in Romania. The carrier first started operating to Romania in 2012 with the launch of flights to Bucharest. This also marks the carrier's first entry into the Baltic region with a direct service to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Latvia and Vilnius International Airport (VNO) in Lithuania, increasing the number of underserved markets on its network to more than 100 Executive Officer at flydubai, Ghaith Al Ghaith, 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% 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.' Divisional Senior Vice President of Commercial Operations and E-commerce at flydubai, Jeyhun Efendi, commented on the launch of flights, 'Europe remains an important market for flydubai and we are excited to grow our network with the addition of Chișinău, Iași, Riga and Vilnius. These gateways into Eastern Europe and the Baltic region will enable more passengers to enjoy an enhanced travel experience with a convenient service to Dubai and further beyond on the flydubai network as well as the Emirates network through our codeshare partnership.'
Hi Dubai
3 days ago
- Business
- Hi Dubai
flydubai Expands European Network with Four New Destinations
flydubai has announced the addition of four new European destinations to its growing network, reinforcing its role in connecting underserved markets. The Dubai-based airline will launch direct flights to Chișinău and Iași in September 2025, followed by Riga and Vilnius in December 2025. The expansion brings flydubai's European footprint to 35 destinations across 20 countries. Significantly, it makes flydubai the first UAE carrier to operate direct flights to Iași International Airport in Romania. The airline has served Romania since 2012, beginning with flights to Bucharest. The new routes also mark flydubai's debut in the Baltic region, introducing direct services to Latvia's Riga International Airport and Lithuania's Vilnius International Airport. These additions push the number of underserved markets in the airline's network to over 100. 'The expansion of our network reflects our unwavering commitment to opening up underserved markets and stimulating free flows of trade and tourism,' said Ghaith Al Ghaith, CEO of flydubai. 'With our new services to Eastern Europe and the Baltic region, we look forward to strengthening the UAE's trade and cultural links.' Jeyhun Efendi, Senior Vice President of Commercial Operations and E-commerce, highlighted Europe's strategic importance, stating that the new destinations offer passengers greater access to Dubai and seamless connectivity through flydubai and its Emirates codeshare partnership. With these additions, flydubai now serves over 135 destinations, 75% of which are on routes previously lacking direct connections from Dubai. News Source: Emirates News Agency
