Pakistan International Airlines has been granted permission to operate two daily flights to the United Arab Emirates. This will expand its current service, which includes one flight to Dubai and one to Abu Dhabi, making travel between Pakistan and the UAE more frequent and convenient for passengers.
The additional flights are expected to support business and leisure travel, and help meet strong demand from travelers between the two countries. Officials say the move will also strengthen economic and cultural ties by improving air connectivity for workers, tourists, and families living across borders.
Flights to Riyadh and Madinah in Saudi Arabia will continue as scheduled. However, services to Dammam are temporarily suspended due to ongoing regional security concerns. Airlines and aviation authorities say they hope to resume Dammam flights soon once conditions improve.
To ensure passenger safety and comply with airspace restrictions, PIA has adjusted some long‑haul routes. Flights to destinations in Europe and Canada are now flying via the Wakhan Corridor over Afghanistan and Tajikistan, avoiding areas with elevated risk. These adjustments aim to maintain safe operations while minimizing delays and disruptions for travelers.
Passengers and travel agents have welcomed the UAE flight expansion as a positive step, saying that increased frequency will give more flexibility in scheduling and may help keep airfares competitive. Airports and airline staff are preparing to handle the extra services and ensure smooth check‑in and boarding procedures.
Overall, the move reflects efforts by PIA and aviation authorities to adapt to changing conditions while keeping international travel channels open for passengers across the region.
