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Gulf Today
21-04-2025
- Business
- Gulf Today
First SyrianAir flight lands in Dubai, marking return of regular services
A Syrian Airlines (SyrianAir) aircraft landed today at Dubai International Airport from Damascus International Airport, marking the resumption of direct flights between Syria and the United Arab Emirates. This step comes as part of an exceptional first phase announced by the airline in an official statement, aimed at restoring regular air connectivity between Syria and the UAE. SyrianAir stated that this inaugural flight will be followed by a weekly schedule, with plans to gradually increase the number of flights over the coming period. According to the airline, four weekly flights will operate from Damascus to Dubai on Saturdays, Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. The frequency is expected to rise to daily flights soon, given the high demand for the route. Flights from Damascus to Sharjah will operate on Sundays, Tuesdays, and Fridays, with plans to increase these to daily operations as well. Meanwhile, the Damascus–Abu Dhabi route will run twice a week, on Tuesdays and Fridays. Samih Arabi, Director-General of SyrianAir, told the Emirates News Agency (WAM) that the resumption of direct flights to the UAE reflects the airline's commitment to reconnect Syria with regional and international travel markets, particularly countries with large Syrian expatriate communities, such as the UAE. He noted that this move is part of a broader operational plan to restore civil aviation activity and expand the airline's network. Arabi, who accompanied the inaugural flight to Dubai, stated that SyrianAir is working to gradually increase flight frequencies, citing continued growth in demand for travel to and from the UAE. He encouraged travellers to stay informed through official announcements and to contact the airline's offices in Syria and abroad for full details and updates. He also highlighted the significance of this step on both economic and social levels, noting that direct flights facilitate the movement of people and help reconnect Syrian families residing in the UAE with their loved ones back home. SyrianAir confirmed that it is intensifying efforts to resume operations to additional Arab and regional destinations in the near future, as part of its strategy to restore the airline's prominent position on the regional air transport map. WAM
The National
21-04-2025
- Business
- The National
First flight from Syria arrives in UAE as commercial services resume
A landmark passenger flight from Syria arrived in the UAE on Sunday, heralding the long-awaited resumption of direct air travel between the countries. The Airbus A320-212 from Syria's national airline Syrian Air left the capital city of Damascus just after 7am, according to online flight tracker, FlightRadar 24. Dubai Airports reported the plane landed in Dubai at 12.39pm. It was announced last week that Syrian Air would resume direct flights to Dubai and Sharjah from Sunday. The airline said it was working 'to add more flights as soon as possible, once we receive the necessary approvals from the relevant authorities'. The UAE's General Civil Aviation Authority announced the resumption of flights between the Emirates and Syria on April 14. It came after Syrian President Ahmad Al Shara visited the UAE for the first time since taking office last Sunday, during which he held high-level talks with President Sheikh Mohamed. Mr Al Shara, who led the Hayat Tahrir Al Sham rebel group that ousted President Bashar Al Assad, is looking to improve relations with Arab neighbours and the Gulf states following a 13-year civil war in Syria. Sheikh Mohamed told of the need to confront 'the challenges of the transitional phase and rebuild Syria in a way that meets the aspirations of its people for a future of security, stability and prosperity', state news agency Wam reported. The security and stability of Syria are important to the entire Middle East, Sheikh Mohamed said, stressing that the UAE would 'spare no effort in providing all possible support to Syria'. Samih Arabi, director general of Syrian Air, who was on board the inaugural flight from Damascus to Dubai, said the resumption of flights highlighted the airline's commitment to reconnecting Syria with key international travel markets, particularly those with large Syrian communities such as the UAE. He underlined the significance of the step in helping to reunite Syrian citizens living in the Emirates with family members back home. Countries had suspended flights to and from Syria during the civil war, but some airlines restarted services since former president Bashar Al Assad was ousted last year. 'Resuming our flights to the United Arab Emirates marks an important moment for Syrian Air and for the many Syrians who call the UAE home," Mr Arabi said. "This route is not just about restoring connectivity, it's about bringing people closer to their loved ones, easing travel for families, and strengthening the bonds between our two nations.'
Zawya
21-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
First SyrianAir flight lands in Dubai, marking return of regular services
DUBAI: A Syrian Airlines (SyrianAir) aircraft landed today at Dubai International Airport from Damascus International Airport, marking the resumption of direct flights between Syria and the United Arab Emirates. This step comes as part of an exceptional first phase announced by the airline in an official statement, aimed at restoring regular air connectivity between Syria and the UAE. SyrianAir stated that this inaugural flight will be followed by a weekly schedule, with plans to gradually increase the number of flights over the coming period. According to the airline, four weekly flights will operate from Damascus to Dubai on Saturdays, Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. The frequency is expected to rise to daily flights soon, given the high demand for the route. Flights from Damascus to Sharjah will operate on Sundays, Tuesdays, and Fridays, with plans to increase these to daily operations as well. Meanwhile, the Damascus–Abu Dhabi route will run twice a week, on Tuesdays and Fridays. Samih Arabi, Director-General of SyrianAir, told the Emirates News Agency (WAM) that the resumption of direct flights to the UAE reflects the airline's commitment to reconnect Syria with regional and international travel markets, particularly countries with large Syrian expatriate communities, such as the UAE. He noted that this move is part of a broader operational plan to restore civil aviation activity and expand the airline's network. Arabi, who accompanied the inaugural flight to Dubai, stated that SyrianAir is working to gradually increase flight frequencies, citing continued growth in demand for travel to and from the UAE. He encouraged travellers to stay informed through official announcements and to contact the airline's offices in Syria and abroad for full details and updates. He also highlighted the significance of this step on both economic and social levels, noting that direct flights facilitate the movement of people and help reconnect Syrian families residing in the UAE with their loved ones back home. SyrianAir confirmed that it is intensifying efforts to resume operations to additional Arab and regional destinations in the near future, as part of its strategy to restore the airline's prominent position on the regional air transport map.
Trade Arabia
20-04-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
SyrianAir relaunches direct flights to Dubai
A Syrian Airlines (SyrianAir) aircraft landed today (April 20) at Dubai International Airport from Damascus International Airport, marking the resumption of direct flights between Syria and the UAE, reported Wam. This step comes as part of an exceptional first phase announced by the airline in an official statement, aimed at restoring regular air connectivity between Syria and the UAE. SyrianAir stated that this inaugural flight will be followed by a weekly schedule, with plans to gradually increase the number of flights over the coming period. According to the airline, four weekly flights will operate from Damascus to Dubai on Saturdays, Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. The frequency is expected to rise to daily flights soon, given the high demand for the route, it stated. Flights from Damascus to Sharjah will operate on Sundays, Tuesdays and Fridays, with plans to increase these to daily operations as well. Meanwhile, the Damascus-Abu Dhabi route will run twice a week, on Tuesdays and Fridays. "The resumption of direct flights to the UAE reflects the airline's commitment to reconnect Syria with regional and international travel markets, particularly countries with large Syrian expatriate communities, such as the UAE," Samih Arabi, the Director-General of SyrianAir, told Wam. This move is part of a broader operational plan to restore civil aviation activity and expand the airline's network, he stated. Arabi, who accompanied the inaugural flight to Dubai, stated that SyrianAir is working to gradually increase flight frequencies, citing continued growth in demand for travel to and from the UAE. He highlighted the significance of this step on both economic and social levels, noting that direct flights facilitate the movement of people and help reconnect Syrian families residing in the UAE with their loved ones back home.
Dubai Eye
20-04-2025
- Business
- Dubai Eye
First flight from Syria lands in Dubai marking resumption of service
A Syrian Airlines flight from Damascus landed in Dubai on Sunday, marking the resumption of regular operations between Syria and the UAE. It comes days after the UAE's General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) announced the resumption of flights to Syria. In a statement posted on national news agency Wam, SyrianAir said it will operate flights between Damascus and Dubai on Saturdays, Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Flights from Damascus to Sharjah will operate on Sundays, Tuesdays and Fridays, with plans to increase these to daily operations as well. Meanwhile, the Damascus–Abu Dhabi route will run twice a week, on Tuesdays and Fridays. Samih Arabi, Director-General of SyrianAir, who was on the flight, stated that the airline is working towards gradually increasing the frequency of flights due to growing demand for travel to and from the UAE. SyrianAir confirmed it is intensifying efforts to resume operations to other Arab and regional destinations in the near future. Flights to and from Syria were suspended due to the civil war in the country, with some international airlines restarting services to Damascus International Airport on January 9.
