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Etihad Airways to Launch Flights to Al Alamein, Egypt

Etihad Airways has announced a new service from Abu Dhabi to Al Alamein, Egypt, set to commence in July 2025. This twice-weekly service will make Etihad the first UAE airline to offer direct flights to the emerging resort destination on Egypt’s Mediterranean coast, a location known for its pristine beaches and proximity to historical sites….

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Condor Launches New Winter Flights from Berlin to Dubai, Gran Canaria, and Hurghada

Condor Airlines has introduced new winter-season flights from Berlin-Brandenburg Airport (BER), expanding travel options to popular destinations, including Dubai, Gran Canaria, and Hurghada. The Dubai service, launching with Condor’s latest A320neo aircraft, will operate daily, providing an efficient travel solution with significant environmental benefits. The A320neo’s advanced Pratt & Whitney PW1127G engines enable 20% lower…

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China Express Launches Tianjin–Khabarovsk Route

China Express Airlines has expanded its international network by launching a new route connecting Tianjin, Jiamusi, and Khabarovsk, providing a direct link between China and Russia’s Far East. This new service began on October 29, 2024, and is operated three times a week using an Airbus A320. The addition aligns with China Express’s strategy to…

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Air Canada to Boost Direct Flights to China Following Policy Shift

Air Canada announced plans to increase its direct flights to China starting December 2024, following the Canadian government’s recent decision to lift restrictions on Chinese airlines’ flights to Canada. This policy shift, reversing a 2022 limit, paves the way for improved bilateral connectivity, aiming to bolster economic ties and ease travel for business and leisure…

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DHL Express Partners with Central Airlines for China-Europe Cargo Expansion

DHL Express has expanded its cargo operations by partnering with Central Airlines to launch Boeing 777F services connecting Shenzhen, China, with its Leipzig hub in Germany. Central Airlines will provide Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance (CMI) services for this dedicated 777F, marking the airline’s first collaboration with DHL in China. This new route aims to strengthen…

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Centrum Air to Launch Tashkent–Colombo Service in November 2024

Centrum Air is set to initiate its Tashkent–Colombo route on November 17, 2024, providing a direct connection between Uzbekistan and Sri Lanka with weekly service on an Airbus A321neo. This new route departs from Tashkent early morning, arriving in Colombo by mid-morning, enhancing travel options for passengers in both regions. The return flight departs Colombo…

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Avianca to Begin Direct Flights from Bogotá to Havana in December

Starting December 16, 2024, Avianca will introduce a daily direct flight from Bogotá, Colombia, to Havana, Cuba, aiming to boost tourism and cultural connectivity between the two nations. The route, operated by A320 family aircraft, is expected to provide over 2,500 seats weekly, accommodating both leisure and business travelers. This new service allows easier access…

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airBaltic Delays Rzeszow Route Launch to November 2024

airBaltic has rescheduled the start date for its Riga–Rzeszow service to November 8, 2024. Initially set for October 28, the route will now operate twice weekly, served by Airbus A220-300 aircraft. This adjustment aligns with airBaltic’s winter strategy, which features new seasonal routes across the Baltic region, including connections from Riga, Tallinn, and Vilnius to…