Fly Jinnah's direct flights between Pakistan and Dubai launched

New Fly Jinnah route between Lahore and Dubai operates twice a week
An undated image of Fly Jinnah plane. — Fly Jinnah
An undated image of Fly Jinnah plane. — Fly Jinnah

In a move to enhance connectivity between Pakistan and the UAE, Pakistan's low-cost airline, Fly Jinnah, has launched direct flights between Lahore and Dubai.

According to the official announcement, the new flight route will operate twice a week on every Sunday and Wednesday.

The first inaugural flight departed from Allama Iqbal International Airport on 29 October, following a special ceremony attended by airline executives and airport authorities.

Fly Jinnah CEO Arman Yahya cut a celebratory cake, joined by Airport Manager Muhammad Irfan, Deputy Chief Security Officer Tasleem Ali Azhar, airport officials, and airline staff.

Fly Jinnah's Lahore and Dubai flight details

Route

Days of Operation

Time of Departure

Lahore → Dubai

Wednesday, Sunday

6:45pm

Dubai → Lahore

Wednesday, Sunday

11:00pm

The schedule is made to give travellers more freedom and convenience when travelling between the two cities for either personal or professional reasons.

By introducing this route, Fly Jinnah is extending its reach throughout the area. To further strengthen Pakistan's air connections with important Middle Eastern locations.

The airline already operates international flights from Lahore to Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, Bahrain, and Sharjah, offering passengers spacious seating, onboard menu options, free in-flight streaming, and a loyalty programme aimed at rewarding frequent travellers.