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Etihad Goes Four Daily To Karachi
Etihad has further increased its flight frequencies to Karachi, Pakistan, with tickets now on sale. This expansion is part of the airline’s ongoing commitment to provide guests with more travel options and enhanced connectivity. From 01 October, 2025, Etihad will start flying four times a day on the Abu Dhabi – Karachi route, providing a total of 28 weekly nonstop services to Pakistan’s economic hub.
Northern Lights meet City Heights: Finnair announces route to Toronto
The Nordic airline will relaunch flights to Canada on 4 May 2026. The Helsinki to Toronto connection marks the only direct flight between Finland and Canada
Malaysia Airlines Launches 'Time for Premium Escapes' Campaign
Malaysia Airlines has launched its latest global campaign, 'Time for Premium Escapes', inviting travellers to elevate their journey with exclusive Business Class fares. This latest campaign provides significant savings on Business Class flights across some of the airline's most desirable routes, including its flagship double-daily direct flights from London to Kuala Lumpur and onward to a range of alluring destinations in Asia and Australasia. Applicable to new bookings made until 19 June 2025*, travellers departing from London Heathrow can enjoy all-in Business Class return fares starting from GBP 2,739.
Airport Parking and Hotels (APH.com) Reveals the Airlines Going Paperless in 2025
From 3 November 2025, travellers flying with Ryanair will no longer be able to download and print a physical boarding pass. The airline will become the first low-cost carrier (we know of) to go fully digital moving to complete paperless boarding passes, check-in and gate access.
Emirates launches complimentary coach service for Economy Class passengers to and from Clark Interna
In a move to further enhance the travel experience for its Filipino passengers, Emirates will be introducing a new coach service exclusively for Economy Class customers flying to and from Clark International Airport (CRK) starting today. The complimentary service will connect Trinoma in Quezon City with Clark International Airport in Pampanga, offering a convenient and seamless transit option.
Turkish Airlines turns up the heat with extra summer flights
Turkish Airlines, the airline flying to more countries than any other, is ramping up its summer 2025 schedule with additional flights from the UK and Ireland to Istanbul and beyond. Starting yesterday, June 9, the flag carrier will operate 47 weekly flights from London Heathrow, adding two more flights per week to the vibrant city of Istanbul.
Riyadh Air and Air France-KLM sign Memorandum of Understanding
Saudi Arabia’s new national carrier, Riyadh Air and Air France-KLM signed a Strategic Cooperation Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), marking a significant step forward in global connectivity for guests traveling between Riyadh, Paris, Amsterdam, and destinations far beyond. The MoU, signed at the 2025 IATA Annual General Meeting by Tony Douglas CEO Riyadh Air and Benjamin Smith CEO of Air France-KLM Group, sets the foundation for a dynamic partnership. Subject to regulatory approvals, the collaboration aims to gradually introduce a wide range of benefits for guests and to unlock new opportunities across Western Europe, North and South America, the Middle East, Asia, and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Emirates launches complimentary coach service for Economy Class passengers
In a move to further enhance the travel experience for its Filipino passengers, Emirates will be introducing a new coach service exclusively for Economy Class customers flying to and from Clark International Airport (CRK) starting today. The complimentary service will connect Trinoma in Quezon City with Clark International Airport in Pampanga, offering a convenient and seamless transit option.
Qatar Airways Elevates Global Football Journey with FIFA Club World Cup 2025™ Debut
Qatar Airways, the Official Airline Partner of FIFA since May 2017, continues to expand its global football footprint by joining the first ever FIFA Club World Cup 2025™ as Official Airline Partner, bringing world-class football and world-class hospitality together for fans in the US and across the globe. The airline finds itself in familiar grounds following the momentum of its historic “Sponsorship treble”, where Qatar Airways was the Official Airline Partner of the UEFA Champions League, as well as being sponsor of both finalists – Inter Milan and Paris Saint-Germain. Both of these teams will also be competing in the FIFA Club World Cup™, where Qatar Airways will offer fans exclusive experiences at the tournament, and feature prominently in the tournament branding.
KrisFlyer Members Enjoy Priority Access To The Jacky Cheung 60+ Concert Tour 2025 In Singapore
KrisFlyer members will gain coveted early access to one of Singapore’s most anticipated musical events of this year – legendary Hong Kong Heavenly King Jacky Cheung’s concerts in November 2025. KrisFlyer, the Singapore Airlines (SIA) Group’s rewards programme, will be the Presenting Sponsor for the Jacky Cheung 60+ Concert Tour 2025 – Singapore, which will be held at the Singapore Indoor Stadium on 21st, 22nd, and 23rd November 2025.
Virgin Atlantic celebrates 25 years of flying in India
Virgin Atlantic recently marked 25 years of flying to India and its ongoing commitment to growth in the region. Since first launching flights between London Heathrow and Delhi in July 2000, India is now the airline’s third largest market and has grown from zero to one million seats each year, with five flights daily from Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru. Growth of 350% since 2019.
ETIHAD AND ETHIOPIAN AIRLINES START STRATEGIC CODESHARE PARTNERSHIP
Etihad and Ethiopian Airlines activated their codeshare agreement, strengthening connectivity between Africa and Asia, Australia, and the Middle East. This bilateral partnership enhances global travel opportunities for guests, with seats available to book now. Ethiopian will start services from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) on 15 July, and Etihad Airways introducing daily flights to Addis Ababa starting 8 October.