Dubai International Airport (DXB) is enhancing the travel experience by introducing Smart Gates that utilize biometric technology. This initiative aims to streamline immigration for international travelers, allowing them to pass through immigration quickly and efficiently. The Smart Gates are set to debut in summer 2025, coinciding with an expected surge in passenger numbers. The Smart...
Russia has joined Turkey, the UAE, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain, Kuwait, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia in a significant move to reopen flights to Iran, Iraq, and Jordan. This decision comes as Middle Eastern airspace reopens following the intense US-Israel-Iran conflict, prompting renewed hopes for connectivity in a region that has faced significant aviation disruptions....
Air Europa has officially launched its operations in the Middle East with the inaugural flight to Abu Dhabi, facilitated by a strategic partnership with Etihad Airways. This new route marks a significant milestone for both airlines, enhancing global connectivity and offering greater economic benefits to the regions involved. As the airline expands into broader international...
Dubai International Airport (DXB) is gearing up for a significant increase in passenger traffic, expecting over three million four hundred thousand travelers between June 27 and July 9, 2025. This surge is attributed to peak holiday travel, making this period one of the busiest in recent years. Daily traffic is projected to exceed two hundred...
Air Arabia, the first low-cost airline in the Middle East and North Africa, has launched its inaugural direct flights to Sochi, Russia, operating six flights per week. This new destination becomes the sixth Russian city added to the airline’s network from Sharjah, joining Moscow, Kazan, Samara, Ufa, and Yekaterinburg, thereby enhancing the airline’s growing presence...
Dubai International Airport is preparing for the peak summer travel season, expecting to exceed 3.4 million passengers between June 27 and July 9, 2025. According to Dubai Airports, the average number of daily travelers during this period is anticipated to be over 265 000, with July 5 projected to be the busiest day for departures...
Akasa Air, India’s emerging low-cost airline, is set to enhance travel options between India and Saudi Arabia with the launch of its new direct flights from Kochi to Jeddah, starting June 29. This new service aims to provide a convenient and affordable travel option for passengers, fostering stronger connectivity between Kerala and Saudi Arabia. By...
Flydubai is making headlines as the first foreign airline to restart its Tel Aviv-Dubai flights following the reopening of Israel’s airspace. This significant development comes in the wake of a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Iran, marking an important moment for the recovery of regional aviation. By resuming its twice-daily service, Flydubai not only demonstrates...
Travelers from the United Kingdom can now enjoy a more streamlined and efficient airport experience when traveling through Saudi Arabia, following the implementation of the One-Stop Security Agreement between the UK Government and Saudi Arabia’s General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA). This significant agreement eliminates the requirement for an additional security screening at Saudi airports,...
Two major airlines from India, Air India and IndiGo, have resumed their flights to the UAE after a temporary suspension on Monday, which was put in place due to the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict. Air India had previously announced that it would halt all operations to the UAE “until further notice” following Iran’s thwarted attack on...