Flydubai
Flydubai is a government-owned low-cost airline from the United Arab Emirates, linking Dubai with cities across the Middle East, Africa, Asia and Europe using an all-Boeing 737 fleet.
About Flydubai
Flydubai was established in 2008 and began commercial operations in 2009. The airline is owned by the Government of Dubai and operates under the legal name flydubai. Although it works closely with Emirates, it is a separate carrier with its own management, fleet and operating model. Its identity combines low-cost pricing with selected full-service features, including a business-class cabin on many flights.
Dubai International Airport is flydubai's primary hub, with most services operating from Terminal 2 and selected flights using Terminal 3. Its network comprises 100 routes serving 50 destinations across 31 countries. The schedule focuses on short- and medium-haul links from Dubai to the Middle East, the Indian subcontinent, Central Asia, Africa and parts of Europe, including Amman, Baku, Baghdad, Addis Ababa and Belgrade.
The Boeing 737-800 with Winglets is the aircraft type recorded across these services, reflecting flydubai's reliance on narrow-body aircraft suited to regional flying. Cabins typically include Economy Class and Business Class, although the exact seat, entertainment and meal offering can vary by aircraft and fare. Economy fares are bundled at different levels, so inclusions should be reviewed before purchase.
Flydubai is not a member of Star Alliance, SkyTeam or Oneworld. Its principal airline partnership is with Emirates, providing coordinated itineraries and connections through Dubai on eligible bookings. The carrier participates in Emirates Skywards, allowing members to earn and redeem Skywards Miles on qualifying flydubai flights, subject to the fare type and programme rules.
A notable strength is the breadth of direct links flydubai provides between Dubai and cities that may have limited nonstop service from other major Gulf airlines. The main practical challenge is product variability: terminals, baggage, meals, seat features and ticket flexibility can differ substantially by fare bundle and aircraft. Travellers connecting in Dubai should therefore confirm both terminal details and baggage arrangements before departure.
Good to know
Flying with Flydubai — what to expect
Check Your Fare
Flydubai sells several fare bundles with different baggage, meal, seat-selection and change conditions. Compare the inclusions carefully rather than choosing solely by the displayed base fare.
Confirm Dubai Terminal
Most flydubai services use Terminal 2 at Dubai International, while selected flights operate from Terminal 3. Check the terminal shown on your booking, especially when connecting to or from Emirates.
Cabin Differences
Economy and Business Class are available, but seating and entertainment features can vary by aircraft. Review the flight details if a particular seat type or onboard feature matters to you.
Baggage Rules Vary
Checked baggage may be included or sold separately depending on the fare bundle. Cabin baggage is subject to weight, size and piece limits, so confirm the current allowance on flydubai's website before packing.
Skywards Benefits
Emirates Skywards members can earn and redeem miles on eligible flydubai flights. The earning rate and benefits depend on the fare and membership tier.
Allow Connection Time
Connections involving different Dubai terminals may require additional transfer time. Keep flights on one itinerary where possible and verify whether baggage will be checked through.
Network overview
Where Flydubai flies
Flydubai operates 100 routes to 50 destinations across 31 countries, its longest sector reaching Belgrade to Dubai (3,816 km nonstop).
Destinations served
Cities Flydubai flies to, most-served first.
Main hubs
Busiest departure bases, by route count.
Fleet
Aircraft types on record for these routes.
Longest nonstop route
Belgrade → Dubai
3,816 km · BEG → DXB
The longest sector in the Flydubai network, measured as the great-circle distance between the two airports.
Route data · TravelPayouts route data · updated 2026-07
Route network
Popular routes operated by Flydubai
Notable destinations on Flydubai's network.
FZDubaidirectFZKhartoumdirectFZAbhadirectFZAddis AbabadirectFZAhmedabaddirectFZAlexandriadirectFZAmmandirectFZAshgabatdirectFZBaghdaddirectFZBakudirectFZBasradirectFZBelgradedirectDestination list is indicative of Flydubai's network; see the airline's official route map for its complete, current schedule.
More from United Arab Emirates
Other airlines based in United Arab Emirates
FAQ
Flydubai — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
8 common questions
- Flydubai's cabin-baggage allowance depends on the travel class and current fare rules. Check the airline's official baggage page or your booking confirmation for the permitted dimensions, weight and number of pieces.
- Originfacts compares live fares from hundreds of airlines and travel agencies via its partner Travelpayouts. Originfacts never adds a fee.
- Dubai is Flydubai's busiest departure point. Other leading departure cities by route count are Addis Ababa, Abha, Ahmedabad and Amman.
- Flydubai serves destinations across the Middle East, Africa, the Indian subcontinent, Central Asia and Europe. Cities in its network include Dubai, Amman, Baku, Baghdad, Addis Ababa, Ahmedabad and Belgrade.
- Flydubai serves 50 destinations across 31 countries and operates 100 routes.
- Flydubai's longest route is Belgrade to Dubai, covering about 3,816 km nonstop.
- Fares are often lower when booked early and for travel outside school holidays, major festivals and peak winter periods in Dubai. Comparing nearby dates and fare bundles can reveal lower total prices.
- Flydubai's primary hub is Dubai International Airport. Most flights use Terminal 2, while selected services operate from Terminal 3.