On Monday, June 24, Flydubai announced the commencement of flights to Islamabad and Lahore in Pakistan, starting July 1, 2024.
Flydubai Expands Routes to Islamabad and Lahore
These flights will operate from Terminal 2 at Dubai International (DXB), catering to the 1.7 million Pakistani nationals living and working in the UAE.
Hamad Obaidalla, Flydubai's Chief Commercial Officer, emphasized the longstanding importance of Pakistan as a key market for the airline. He noted that since Flydubai began operations in Pakistan in 2010, there has been consistent demand for travel. With the introduction of daily flights to Islamabad and Lahore, the airline aims to provide passengers with more opportunities to explore Dubai, the GCC region, and beyond through Flydubai's extensive network.
Flydubai launched its first flight to Pakistan in 2010 with a route to Karachi. Over the years, the airline has expanded its services to include flights to Faisalabad, Karachi, Multan, Quetta, and Sialkot. The addition of Islamabad and Lahore to this roster further solidifies Flydubai's presence in Pakistan and underscores its commitment to meeting the travel needs of Pakistani nationals.
Sudhir Sreedharan, Flydubai's Senior Vice President of Commercial Operations (UAE, GCC, Africa, and the Indian Subcontinent), highlighted that the new daily services to Islamabad and Lahore will offer travelers from both the UAE and Pakistan more convenient and reliable travel options. He assured that these flights, operated by Flydubai's fleet of Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, will provide an enhanced travel experience with superior onboard products.
Fare Information
Flydubai has announced competitive fares for the new routes. Return Business Class fares from DXB to ISB start at Dh5,500, while Economy Class fares begin at Dh1,300. For flights from ISB to DXB, return Business Class fares start at Rs400,000, and Economy Class fares begin at Rs120,000.
The launch of Flydubai's new routes to Islamabad and Lahore reflects the airline's strategic expansion and its dedication to serving the Pakistani community in the UAE. With a robust network and a focus on providing a high-quality travel experience, Flydubai is set to enhance connectivity between the UAE and Pakistan, benefiting travelers with increased convenience and options.
The introduction of these new routes also highlights Flydubai's broader strategy to strengthen its footprint in the South Asian market, which is a significant region for the airline due to its large diaspora and strong economic ties with the UAE. By enhancing connectivity to key Pakistani cities, Flydubai is not only facilitating easier travel for expatriates and business travelers but also promoting tourism and trade between the two countries. This move is expected to stimulate passenger traffic and provide a boost to both economies.
Moreover, with the inclusion of state-of-the-art Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, passengers can anticipate a superior flight experience characterized by comfort, efficiency, and advanced in-flight services, reaffirming Flydubai's commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.
