Icelandair achieved a new milestone in 2024, transporting a record 4.7 million passengers, marking a 9% increasecompared to 2023. This significant growth reflects the airline’s ongoing recovery and expansion efforts in the competitive international aviation market.
Dan Air, a Romanian carrier, has announced plans to launch regular flights on nine new routes from Bucharest in April 2025, utilizing its fleet of Airbus A320 aircraft. This strategic expansion reflects the airline’s ambition to strengthen its presence in the European market and enhance connectivity from Romania’s capital.
Centrum Air, a fast-growing airline based in Uzbekistan, has announced plans to significantly expand its international services during the summer 2025 season. Starting in late March 2025, the airline will enhance connectivity from Tashkent International Airport with new flights to Almaty, Bangkok Suvarnabhumi, Frankfurt, and Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen, utilizing the modern Airbus A321neo.
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.
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.
Azimuth Airlines, a regional carrier based in Russia, has received approval to operate new international routes. The airline will connect Sochi and Mineralnye Vody with Riyadh and launch a route from Mineralnye Vody to Karshiusing the SJ-100 (Sukhoi Superjet 100). These approvals mark a significant milestone for Azimuth as it expands its network into the Middle East and Central Asia, catering to increasing demand for…
Kenya Airways, the national carrier of Kenya, has announced the launch of a new route connecting Nairobi to London Gatwick, starting July 2, 2025. The service will be operated by the airline’s Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, renowned for its efficiency and passenger comfort.
FitsAir, a prominent carrier from Sri Lanka, has announced the launch of a new Colombo to Thiruvananthapuramroute starting December 24, 2024. The service will be operated using Airbus A320 aircraft, marking an important step in enhancing regional connectivity between Sri Lanka and India.
