As part of the move, Israel is proposing to significantly increase flydubai's operations at Ben Gurion Airport using slots vacated by foreign companies, with the aim of making Dubai the central connection hub for Israelis to the East and other destinations around the world, and further strengthening relations with the United Arab Emirates
flydubai will begin direct flights between Dubai and Benghazi from June 17, becoming the first UAE carrier to operate the route. Flydubai: "The launch of our new operations to Libya marks another milestone in our network expansion strategy and reinforces our commitment to opening underserved markets"
The Italian airline has announced that it aims to resume flights to Tel Aviv as early as July, while the suspension of the route to Dubai will continue until at least mid-September due to the situation in the region
According to DXB airport data, despite the aviation disruptions caused by the war, operational continuity was maintained with millions of passengers, but the airport suffered a very sharp decline in movements. Now they are preparing for a renewed increase in demand
The company has finished installing the Starlink system on the first A380 aircraft, with free connection for all passengers and unprecedented speeds that allow video calls, gaming, and live broadcasts at 40,000 feet
The airline, which announced earlier this year that it would open the route between Dubai and Bangkok in September, says it will begin operating as early as July with a daily flight
Dubai's Ministry of Communications has announced the reopening of the "Global Village", one of the city's most prominent and popular attractions that was closed due to the war. All the details and the exact reopening time on Monday, April 20, 2026
ACI report: Global airports see steady growth across passengers, cargo, and aircraft movements. Atlanta was the busiest airport last year, followed by Dubai and Tokyo Haneda. The top 10 busiest airports in total passengers account for 9% of the global passenger traffic
A celebration of futuristic transportation: Dubai has completed construction of the world's first flying taxi station, part of a network of stations planned for the city. The station is expected to serve approximately 170,000 passengers per year
Oman Air brings back daily Dubai flights this month (April 2026) while managing ongoing disruptions affecting routes across the Middle East and Europe
Dubai launches Founders HQ under the D33 Program, aiming to create 30 unicorns, support 400 SMEs, and position Dubai as a global innovation hub
Emirates' new luxury training center in Dubai will teach the 'Art of Service' to 25,000 flight attendants, from four-course gourmet meals in a mock airplane kitchen to communication skills
Using the award-winning 'Mahboub' chatbot, residents and visitors can easily report public transport infrastructure issues—from traffic lights to bus stops directly through WhatsApp
Starting December 1, 2025, for just three months, Austrian Airlines will relaunch direct flights to Dubai as part of an experimental initiative called the "Dubai Deal." The company will offer five weekly flights at unprecedented prices to test a new model aimed at travelers seeking affordable winter vacations
Stay three nights in Dubai or Budapest, and Al Habtoor rewards you with a complimentary suite night in the other city
Early results from one of the world’s largest reef initiatives show a 10% rise in biodiversity and 800% increase in fish biomass, as thousands of reef modules are deployed across Dubai’s coastline
The elegant Polo Bar at Dubai's Al Habtoor Palace enters Forbes' 2025 Star Bars list
Endless Excitement Awaits in Dubai
The airline announces an extension of its Diamond Elite partnership with the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), representing over 90% of the global fleet. This move positions Dubai as a key global center for cruise tourism and enhances Emirates' presence in the cruise market
With a 3% increase in visitor numbers in Q1 2025 compared to last year, Dubai is set to hit a new annual tourist record and continue leading international tourism
