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Full Name: Dubai Aviation Corporation (operating as flydubai)
Founded: March 2008
Headquarters: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Main Hub: Dubai International Airport (DXB), Terminal 2
Secondary Hubs: Dubai World Central (DWC) for select operations
Fleet Size: Approximately 70 aircraft
Memberships/Alliances: Not a member of any global alliance but has a codeshare partnership with Emirates
Website: flydubai.com
IATA Code: FZ
ICAO Code: FDB

flydubai was established in March 2008 by the Government of Dubai to provide low-cost air travel while complementing Emirates’ operations. The airline commenced operations in June 2009 with its first flight to Beirut, Lebanon. Over the years, flydubai has expanded rapidly, becoming a key player in the Middle East aviation market and beyond. Its strategic partnership with Emirates enables passengers to access an extensive global network while benefiting from low-cost carrier pricing. Despite being a budget airline, flydubai offers services that blend affordability with quality.

flydubai operates a modern fleet of narrow-body aircraft tailored for short- and medium-haul operations:

Boeing 737-800: Used for regional routes.
Boeing 737 MAX 8 and MAX 9: Used for longer routes, offering improved fuel efficiency and passenger comfort.

For more information on flydubai’s fleet, Click Here.

flydubai serves over 100 destinations across the Middle East, Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Indian subcontinent:

Middle East: Extensive network covering cities like Riyadh, Jeddah, Muscat, and Amman.
Asia: Routes to cities such as Mumbai, Bangkok, Colombo, and Tashkent.
Africa: Destinations include Addis Ababa, Dar es Salaam, and Nairobi.
Europe: Cities such as Belgrade, Prague, and Sarajevo.
Central Asia and the Caucasus: Strong presence in Yerevan, Bishkek, and Tbilisi.

flydubai focuses on connecting underserved markets, facilitating travel to destinations not commonly covered by other carriers. To explore flydubai’s route map, Click Here.

Cabin Classes & Service

flydubai offers two main cabin classes:

Business Class:

Recliner seats with extra space and comfort.
Complimentary gourmet meals and beverages.
Priority check-in, boarding, and baggage handling.
Access to flydubai’s Business Lounge at Dubai International Airport.

Economy Class:

Comfortable seating with adjustable headrests.
Buy-on-board menu offering snacks, meals, and beverages.
Optional add-ons like extra legroom, baggage, and in-flight entertainment.

For more information on flydubai’s cabin classes and services, Click Here.

flydubai participates in the Emirates Skywards loyalty program. Passengers can earn Skywards Miles on flydubai and Emirates flights. Miles can be used for flight tickets, upgrades, and other rewards. Blue, Silver, Gold, and Platinum, offering benefits such as lounge access, additional baggage allowance and priority services.

To learn more about the Skywards program, Click Here.

Business Class passengers and eligible Skywards members have access to flydubai’s dedicated lounge at Dubai International Airport Terminal 2. Complimentary meals and beverages are available as well as comfortable seating and business facilities and high-speed Wi-Fi and relaxation areas.

Passengers traveling through Terminal 3 with Emirates can access Emirates Lounges under the codeshare agreement.

To find out more, Click Here.

Sustainability & Environmental Efforts

Flydubai’s website does not make reference to sustainability measures.

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