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Etihad Airways Launches Flights to Medina, Expanding Saudi Network

Etihad Airways has expanded its presence in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with the launch of direct flights between Abu Dhabi and Medina, reinforcing its growing regional network and commitment to serving religious, business, and leisure travelers. The first flight, operated earlier this week, departed fully booked, underlining strong market demand for the new route.

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Air Arabia Launches Flights Between Ras Al Khaimah And Kazan

Air Arabia, the Middle East and North Africa’s largest low-cost carrier, has officially launched non-stop flights connecting Ras Al Khaimah (UAE) and Kazan (Russia). The inaugural service marks another milestone in Air Arabia’s growing operations from its Ras Al Khaimah hub, expanding connectivity between the UAE and key Russian cities.

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JetBlue Q3 2025 Results and Fort Lauderdale Expansion

JetBlue posted its Q3 2025 results, showing solid progress under its JetForward transformation plan aimed at restoring sustained profitability. The airline reported $2.3 billion in operating revenue, a 1.8% year-over-year decrease, but outperformed cost and revenue guidance thanks to tighter expense control and robust close-in demand. Operating cash flow and liquidity remained strong at $2.9 billion, excluding the $600 million revolving credit facility,…

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airBaltic Launches Direct Flights from Tallinn to Madeira

airBaltic, the Latvian national airline, has officially launched a new direct route between Tallinn and Madeira, Portugal. The new connection will operate once weekly on Sundays through March 28, 2026, offering Estonian travelers direct access to one of Europe’s most scenic island destinations for the first time.

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Etihad Airways Marks Record Week With Four New Route Launches

Etihad Airways has celebrated a historic milestone with the successful completion of four new route launches within a single week, culminating in a sold-out inaugural flight to Krabi, Thailand. The launches—Sumatra (Medan) on 2 October, Phnom Penh on 3 October, Addis Ababa on 8 October, and Krabi on 9 October—mark a bold step in the airline’s expansion strategy and reflect growing global demand for travel through Abu Dhabi.

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ITA Airways Expands Intercontinental Codeshare With Lufthansa Group

ITA Airways has announced a major expansion of its codeshare agreement with the Lufthansa Group, significantly enhancing connectivity to key intercontinental markets across Africa and Asia. The extended agreement, effective for travel from September 2, 2025, enables passengers of both airline groups to access a broader network of destinations via Rome Fiumicino, Frankfurt, Munich, and Brussels.

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Air Arabia Abu Dhabi Boosts Flights to Baku and Tbilisi

Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, the capital’s first low-cost airline, has announced an increase in flight frequencies to Baku in Azerbaijan and Tbilisi in Georgia, reinforcing its strategic push to enhance regional connectivity and meet the surging demand for budget-friendly travel. This latest network enhancement supports tourism and cultural exchange between the UAE and the Caucasus region, two increasingly interconnected travel markets.