FOLLOW US:
Top
 

Airline News In Middle East

13 Feb

Ryanair vs Aegean Airlines: Which is the Better Choice for Your Paphos to Athens Flight in 2026?

Ryanair vs Aegean Airlines: Which is the Better Choice for Your Paphos to Athens Flight in 2026? When it comes to flying between Paphos (PFO) and Athens (ATH), European travellers have two major carriers to choose from: Ryanair and Aegean Airlines. Each airline offers distinct advantages depending on what passengers prioritize—whether it be cost, comfort, or additional perks. Understanding the differences between the two is crucial for those planning to take the journey in 2026. This comparison delves into the details of each airline’s offerings, including flight time, pricing, seating capacity,...

13 Feb

Think You’ve Seen It All? Royal Jordanian’s New Route Brings You Closer to Jordan’s Most Iconic Sites

Think You’ve Seen It All? Royal Jordanian’s New Route Brings You Closer to Jordan’s Most Iconic Sites In an exciting development for travellers between the Middle East and Europe, Royal Jordanian Airlines has announced the launch of a new direct flight route between Amman, Jordan, and Thessaloniki, Greece, set to begin on March 20, 2026. This move will not only enhance connectivity but also strengthen tourism ties between the two regions, offering Greek travellers a seamless way to visit Jordan’s top destinations. As the only Middle Eastern carrier operating direct flights to...

12 Feb

Dubai’s Aviation Boom: DXB Handles Record 95.2 Million Passengers, Al Maktoum Expansion to Meet Skyrocketing Demand, Here Is What You Need To Know

Dubai’s Aviation Boom: DXB Handles Record 95.2 Million Passengers, Al Maktoum Expansion to Meet Skyrocketing Demand, Here Is What You Need To Know Dubai International Airport (DXB) has reached a major milestone, handling 95.2 million passengers in 2025, a record that not only surpasses its pre-pandemic traffic figures but also strengthens its position as the world’s busiest international gateway. This remarkable achievement was announced by the CEO of Dubai Airports, Paul Griffiths, on 11 February, who credited the growth to the city’s increasing popularity as a global travel hub, linking Europe,...

12 Feb

AirAsia X’s Ambitious Plans: The Ultimate Low-Cost Airline Revolutionizing Travel to Europe and Beyond!

AirAsia X’s Ambitious Plans: The Ultimate Low-Cost Airline Revolutionizing Travel to Europe and Beyond! AirAsia X (AAX) is currently undergoing significant transformation as it pivots to become a more efficient and expansive airline in 2025 and 2026. This transformation involves a variety of strategies, including a comprehensive corporate restructuring, expansion of long-haul routes, fleet diversification, and major financial restructuring. The airline is adapting its business model to meet growing demand for low-cost international travel between Southeast Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and beyond. Through strategic initiatives and operational advancements, AirAsia X...

10 Feb

Turkish Airlines Launches New Flights to Urumqi, China, Expanding its Global Tourism Reach and Strengthening International Travel Connectivity

Turkish Airlines Launches New Flights to Urumqi, China, Expanding its Global Tourism Reach and Strengthening International Travel Connectivity As stated earlier, Turkish Airlines, the national airline of Turkey, announced that it was to launch scheduled services to Urumqi, the capital of Xinjiang, northwestern China. The airline announced that it was launching flights from Istanbul to Urumqi. This move marked another significant step towards the strategic expansion of the airline into Asia and its position as an aviation leader within global tourism connectivity. The launch of these flights is subject to certain...

10 Feb

Emirates Enhances Travel Between Tokyo, Dubai, and Europe with New Daily Flight, Boosting Connectivity to Africa and South America – Here’s What to Know for International Travelers Planning Their Next Trip

Emirates Enhances Travel Between Tokyo, Dubai, and Europe with New Daily Flight, Boosting Connectivity to Africa and South America – Here’s What to Know for International Travelers Planning Their Next Trip In a bold move to strengthen air links between Dubai and Japan, Emirates is adding a second daily service to Tokyo Narita starting May 1st. This new route, operated by a refurbished Boeing 777-300ER, will not only increase the airline’s capacity on this key route but also provide greater flexibility for travelers connecting between Asia, the Middle East, and various...

10 Feb

Passengers Abandoned In The Middle East As UAE, Egypt, Türkiye, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait And Bahrain Delay 1,370 And Cancel 16 Flights, Disrupting Qatar Airways, Emirates, Saudia, EgyptAir, Pegasus, And Other Airlines In Dubai, Doha, Jeddah, Riyadh, Cairo, Istanbul, And More

Passengers Abandoned In The Middle East As UAE, Egypt, Türkiye, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait And Bahrain Delay 1,370 And Cancel 16 Flights, Disrupting Qatar Airways, Emirates, Saudia, EgyptAir, Pegasus, And Other Airlines In Dubai, Doha, Jeddah, Riyadh, Cairo, Istanbul, And More Numerous passengers stranded across the UAE, Egypt, Türkiye, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait And Bahrain today as 1,370 flight delays and 16 cancellations were recorded. The most affected airports included Dubai International (DXB: 252 delays, 4 cancellations), Cairo International (CAI: 229 delays, 1 cancellation), Hamad International, Doha (DOH: 204 delays), King...

9 Feb

How Riyadh Air’s New Partnership with Mastercard Will Help You Save Time and Money

How Riyadh Air’s New Partnership with Mastercard Will Help You Save Time and Money Riyadh Air, the new full-service airline backed by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, has announced a groundbreaking strategic partnership with Mastercard aimed at reshaping how travelers and businesses interact with airlines, payments, and digital services. This collaboration, unveiled as Riyadh Air prepares for its first commercial flights, is set to integrate financial technology directly into the airline experience, creating seamless, personalized, and secure journeys for customers. As one of the world’s largest payments networks, Mastercard operates in more...

8 Feb

Emirates Enhances Passenger Experience with New Tokyo Narita Flight in May 2026: What You Need To Know

Emirates Enhances Passenger Experience with New Tokyo Narita Flight in May 2026: What You Need To Know Emirates has announced that it will expand its services to Tokyo Narita, Japan, by introducing a second daily flight starting on 1 May 2026. The new service will establish better travel connections between Dubai and Tokyo Narita by providing passengers with additional flight options throughout the day. New Flight Service to Tokyo Narita: Enhancing Travel Options The second daily flight (EK320) will depart from Dubai at 22:30 local time, arriving in Tokyo Narita at 13:30 local...

8 Feb

Singapore Airlines Boosts Dubai Tourism With Year-Round A380 Service: A Luxury Upgrade For Passengers!

Singapore Airlines Boosts Dubai Tourism With Year-Round A380 Service: A Luxury Upgrade For Passengers! Singapore Airlines has confirmed that its Airbus A380s will operate on the Singapore-Dubai route throughout the entire year which replaces its earlier plan to use Boeing 777-300ERs starting from autumn 2026. The IATA Summer Season which begins in March 2026 will start four daily A380 flights between the two cities. The A380 brings major benefits to travelers and aviation enthusiasts because it provides exceptional capacity and comfort and an improved travel experience. Expanded Service Between Singapore and Dubai Singapore...