Flydubai Resumes Damascus Flights | Dubai Travel News
Flydubai is back in Damascus! The airline has resumed daily flights to the Syrian capital after a 12-year break, signaling strengthened ties between the UAE and Syria. This strategic move enhances regional air connectivity, boosting trade, tourism, and people-to-people exchange. the inaugural flight, warmly welcomed, underscores the UAE’s dedication to supporting Syria’s progress and meeting passenger needs. UAE officials and flydubai executives celebrated the return, highlighting the fraternal relations and anticipating increased economic activity. News Directory 3 is keeping a close eye on these developments. Discover what’s next for air travel between the UAE and Syria.
Flydubai Resumes Damascus Flights After 12 Years
Flydubai has recommenced operations to Syria, with its inaugural flight FZ 115 landing in Damascus on June 1. The resumption marks the end of a nearly 12-year suspension of air service between the United Arab Emirates and Syria.
The daily service aims to enhance regional connectivity, trade, and tourism between the two countries. The flight’s arrival was celebrated with a water cannon salute at Damascus International Airport.
UAE Ambassador to Syria, Hassan Ahmed Al Shehhi, along with Syrian Civil Aviation Authority officials Abdul Bari Al-Saj and amjad Nakhkhal, attended the arrival ceremony.
“We are pleased to announce the resumption of operations by the UAE national carrier, flydubai, to the syrian Arab Republic… This milestone reflects the deep-rooted and fraternal relations between the United Arab Emirates and Syria,” said Hassan Ahmed Al Shehhi.
Al Shehhi emphasized the UAE’s commitment to supporting Syria and its people, contributing to security, stability, and prosperity. He also noted that this resumption paves the way for full return of UAE carriers to Syria, delivering high-quality services and meeting travel demands.
Hamad Obaidalla, Chief Commercial Officer at flydubai, stated the airline’s dedication to enhancing regional connectivity. he expressed pleasure in offering passengers direct flights to Syria, anticipating the stimulation of travel, trade, and tourism between the nations.
What’s next
Flydubai’s resumption of flights is expected to foster increased economic activity and cultural exchange between the UAE and Syria, with potential for further expansion of air services in the future.