Airlines and Aviation
Middle East on a budget? Wizz Air targets Middle East expansion with new London-Dubai route
The move aligns with Wizz Air’s broader strategy to challenge traditional full-service carriers by offering no-frills, cost-efficient flights on longer routes
Loganair expands reach with new Southampton base
The airline's decision mirrors a broader industry trend, with several other airlines ramping up regional operations in response to shifting travel patterns.
IndiGo to launch daily-direct flights from Kochi to Ras Al Khaimah from 15 March 2025
IndiGo is further strengthening its connectivity between Kerala and the United Arab Emirates with the launch of direct flight between Kochi and Ras-Al-Khaimah. Building on its existing services, IndiGo has announced a daily direct flight between Kochi and Ras Al Khaimah, effective 15 March 2025
In Pictures: IndiGo’s wide body aircraft takes off to Bangkok
Team IndiGo with CEO, Pieter Elbers, welcomed the customers and celebrated the launch flight with lamp lighting and cake cutting at Terminal 3, Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi.
Vietjet to launch first service between Vietnam and New Zealand
Vietjet Air, Vietnam’s new-age carrier, has announced its inaugural air service between Vietnam and New Zealand, connecting Ho Chi Minh City with Auckland – two key economic, tourism, and cultural hubs in the Asia-Pacific region.
Air India shifts operations to Tokyo Haneda and expands codeshare with ANA
Air India announced a significant upgrade to its non-stop services between Delhi and Tokyo.
Turkish Airlines launches flights from Istanbul to Phnom Penh from 10 Dec 2025
Turkish Airlines will commence flights from Istanbul to Phnom Penh on 10 December 2025, establishing the first regular service between Europe and Cambodia’s capital.
Etihad Airways welcomes the new moon with special Ramadan offerings for guests
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, is bringing treasured Emirati traditions onboard its flights to guests all over the world this Ramadan, inviting them to join the celebration and share in the rich Emirati culture the airline champions.
United Sustainable Flight Fund invests in Heirloom to scale DAC
United has announced that the UAV Sustainable Flight Fund has made an investment in direct air capture (DAC) company Heirloom, adding Heirloom's measurable, quantifiable carbon reduction technology to its already robust portfolio of decarbonization strategies.
Delta to fly nonstop from Atlanta to Morocco from 25 Oct 2025
Delta is expanding its African network with new nonstop routes from Atlanta, including its first-ever service to Marrakech, Morocco*, starting Oct. 25.
Air Astana’s direct Almaty – Da Nang route takes off in June
Air Astana announced the launch of a new direct route from Almaty to Da Nang in Vietnam.
Akasa Air inaugurates direct flights connecting Bengaluru and Ahmedabad with Abu Dhabi
Akasa Air commences daily direct flights connecting Abu Dhabi with Bengaluru and Ahmedabad under codeshare with Etihad Airways, propelling travel momentum between India and UAE.
Jazeera Airways announces March Mega Sale
Jazeera Airways announces its March Mega Sale, offering exclusive one-way fares starting from KD 14 and up to 10% off on pre-order meals and excess baggage fees.
Qatar Airways launches off-airport check-in service in Makkah for Hajj and Umrah Passengers
Qatar Airways, the World’s Best Airline as voted by Skytrax 2024, has introduced off-airport check-in service in Makkah, providing Hajj and Umrah passengers with a seamless and hassle-free travel experience.
Etihad’s A380 to fly on Abu Dhabi – Toronto route
Etihad Airways is excited to announce that its legendary A380 will serve the Abu Dhabi – Toronto route in time for Summer 2025.
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