SolitAir, a UAE-based airline, has commenced daily scheduled flights between Dubai and Riyadh as of 04 December 2024. The flights are being operated with a Boeing 737-800F, enhancing cargo connectivity between two major economic hubs in the Gulf region.
LIAT 20, the Antigua-based airline, has announced the launch of direct flights between Jamaica and Antigua starting 20 December 2024. This new route marks a significant milestone in enhancing Caribbean regional connectivity ahead of the busy holiday travel season.
L’Odyssey, a regional airline based in France, has announced plans to launch seasonal flights from Nîmes starting in May 2025. The flights, which will operate through September 2025, will utilize a wet-leased ATR72-600, enhancing connectivity for the region during the busy summer period.
Binter, the Spanish regional airline, has announced the launch of six new routes from Tenerife North Airport in 2025. The airline will connect Tenerife to Ponta Delgada, Valencia, San Sebastian, Pamplona, Granada, and Murcia, strengthening its network across Spain and the broader Atlantic region.
Bhutan Airlines is set to expand its international operations with the launch of direct flights between Paro International Airport and Hong Kong. The new route is scheduled to commence on 27 January 2025, marking a significant step in the airline’s strategy to enhance connectivity and cater to increasing demand for travel between Bhutanand East Asia.
Air Austral, the airline based in Reunion, has announced plans to operate a leased Hi-Fly Malta Airbus A330-200 on its Dzaoudzi – Nairobi – Paris Charles de Gaulle – Dzaoudzi route. The aircraft will be deployed during the peak travel period between 14 December 2024 and 23 January 2025 to accommodate increased passenger demand.
North Macedonia has launched a new open call inviting airlines to introduce flights to the country’s two international airports: Skopje International Airport and Ohrid St. Paul the Apostle Airport. The initiative aims to enhance connectivity, attract more airlines, and boost passenger traffic to and from the country.
WestJet, the Canadian carrier, has officially launched nonstop service between Toronto and Grenada, starting on 15 December 2024. This new route connects Canada’s largest city with the Caribbean destination, catering to growing demand for leisure travel to Grenada.
Uzbekistan Airways has announced the launch of its inaugural Tashkent–Sanya route, scheduled for 18 December 2024. The service will initially be operated with an Airbus A321neo, with a planned switch to the larger Boeing 787-8 shortly thereafter to accommodate growing passenger demand.
Turkish Airlines has announced the launch of new flights connecting Istanbul Airport to Benghazi, Libya, beginning 14 January 2025. The route will be operated with the airline’s Boeing 737-800 and Boeing 737-900 aircraft, marking a key addition to its network in North Africa.
