11 July 2016
Airline's network expands with new route set to launch on 29 November 2016

 

 

Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Dubai-based airline, flydubai, today announced the launch of a double daily service to Thailand's capital city, Bangkok, which is set to launch on 29 November 2016.

Bangkok is one of the world's most popular tourist destinations, offering holidaymakers a variety of attractions and experiences, including adventure, sport tourism and health & wellness retreats.

Commenting on the announcement of the new route, Ghaith Al Ghaith, Chief Executive Officer at flydubai, said: "Bangkok is an extremely popular destination and the launch of double daily flights reflects the increasing maturity of the flydubai network and operation. This route launch is an important milestone for flydubai, offering business and leisure travellers from both Dubai and Bangkok increased choice and flexibility across our network."

flydubai will operate its services between Dubai International's Terminal 2 (DXB) and Bangkok International Airport (BKK). Business Class return fares to Bangkok will start at AED 3,999 while Economy Class return fares will start at AED 1,499, including taxes.

The new route will allow for alternative travel options into neighbouring cities that all lie within easy reach of Bangkok as well as connecting routes for those looking to use Dubai as a hub into Russia and Europe.

Passengers will also have the option of a Business Class experience, benefitting from a dedicated 24-hour Business Team to assist with bookings and enquiries throughout the journey, as well as priority check-in service, comfortable spacious seats and a range of in-flight entertainment and dining options.

Passengers travelling in Economy Class on the new Bangkok route will have access to interactive audio and video seat back entertainment systems with more than 2,000 hours of films, television and music.

Sudhir Sreedharan, Senior Vice President, Commercial (GCC, Subcontinent and Africa) for flydubai, said: "Since its launch, flydubai has developed a network of more than 85 destinations. With the launch of our double daily Bangkok route, we will be further expanding travel opportunities for passengers looking to use Dubai as a hub for connecting routes from the GCC to Russia and Europe."

Flights can be purchased from 11 July on flydubai's website (flydubai.com), the Contact Centre (+971 600 54 44 45), flydubai travel shops or through travel partners. Further information and details of the carrier's car rental and travel insurance services can also be found on flydubai.com.

Flight Number

Airport

Departure Time

Arrival Time

FZ521

DXB-BKK

16.20

01.25

FZ522

BKK-DXB

02.35

06.55

FZ525

DXB-BKK

01.40

     10.50

FZ524

BKK-DXB

12.10

16.30


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About flydubai:
Dubai-based flydubai strives to remove barriers to travel and enhance connectivity between different cultures across its ever-expanding network. Since launching its operations in 2009, flydubai has:

 

  • Created a network of more than 85 destinations in 43 countries, with 19 new routes launched in 2015.

     

  • Opened up 59 routes that did not previously have direct air links to Dubai or were not served by a UAE national carrier from Dubai.

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·         Operates a single fleet type of Next-Generation Boeing 737-800 aircraft and will take delivery of more than 100 aircraft by the end of 2023.

In addition, flydubai's agility and flexibility as a young airline has enhanced Dubai's economic development, in line with the Government of Dubai's vision, by creating trade and tourism flows in previously underserved markets.

For more information about flydubai services, please visit flydubai.com.

For further information, please contact:
Jason McDermott, Digital Communications Specialist; +971 52 9224595; Email: jason.mcdermott@flydubai.com

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