Flydubai News
Ghaith al Ghaith, chief executive, flydubai
Catching up with Breaking Travel News’ Phil Blizzard during Arabian Travel Market, Ghaith al Ghaith, chief executive of flydubai, tells us how the low-cost sector is developing in the Middle East and all about his plans for the year ahead.
Emirates welcomes flydubai passengers to loyalty programme
Emirates Skywards has replaced flydubai’s frequent flyer programme, Open, officially becoming the loyalty programme of both carriers.
flydubai touches down at Kinshasa International Airport, Congo
flydubai is the first national carrier for the UAE to create direct air links to the Congolese capital, Kinshasa, and with the start of the service sees its comprehensive network in Africa grow to 13 destinations in ten countries.
Holidays by flydubai launches to Middle East travellers
Dubai-based flydubai new holidays division has launched. The online portal is designed to be a one-stop shop for passengers to browse for and book their holiday packages consisting of flights and hotels, with the option to add ancillary services.
flydubai to launch flights to Kinshasa in April
The daily flights, beginning on April 15th, will operate with an en-route stop in nearby Entebbe and will also be available for booking through the Emirates codeshare agreement.
Boeing finalises $27b 737 Max deal with flydubai
Boeing and flydubai have finalised the purchase of 175 737 Max airplanes in the largest single-aisle jet order in Middle East history. The deal – which includes options for an additional 50 jets – is valued at $27 billion at current list prices.
flydubai touches down at Kilimanjaro International Airport, Tanzania
flydubai’s inaugural flight touched down earlier at Kilimanjaro International Airport, increasing capacity to Tanzania and further expanding its network in Africa to twelve destinations.
Dubai Airshow 2017: flydubai places $27 billion order with Boeing for 225 737 MAX planes
Boeing and flydubai have signed a landmark agreement today for 225 737 MAX airplanes with a list price value of $27 billion. The deal represents the largest-ever single-aisle jet order – by number of airplanes and total value – from a Middle East carrier.
Dubai Airshow 2017: flydubai showcases first Boeing 737 MAX 8
flydubai has marked its fifth Dubai Airshow by unveiling its brand-new Boeing 737 MAX 8. This is the first aircraft to be delivered from the largest single-aisle Boeing aircraft order placed in the Middle East in the 2013 edition of the show.
Emirates overcomes rising oil price to see profits rise in first half of financial year
Emirates has announced steady revenue growth and a rebound on profitability compared to the same period last year in half-year results for 2017-18.
Emirates announces first flydubai codeshare routes
Following the commencement of their partnership, Emirates and flydubai today announced that Emirates will expand its network to 29 flydubai destinations across three continents. The new partner network, through its codeshare, will offer greater frequency and easier access to more global destinations with the advantage of connecting baggage to the final destination.
flydubai receives first Boeing 737 MAX 8
Boeing and flydubai have celebrated the delivery of the airline’s first 737 MAX 8, making the Middle East carrier the first in the region to operate the manufacturer’s newest single-aisle airplane. The delivery is the first of 75 737 MAX airplanes the airline will be adding to their all-Boeing fleet of Next-Generation 737s.