Dubai: flydubai has announced the launch of a new daily service to Pokhara International Airport (PHH), marking its second destination in Nepal. The direct flights will commence on 23rd September 2026, operating from Terminal 3 at Dubai International (DXB).
According to Emirates News Agency, with the start of daily flights to Pokhara, Nepal's second-largest city and tourism capital, flydubai becomes the first carrier to service this vital route directly from the United Arab Emirates. The announcement marks a significant expansion of flydubai's presence in Nepal, where it has successfully operated since 2009 and carried approximately four million passengers to date.
Commenting on the launch of operations, Ghaith Al Ghaith, Chief Executive Officer at flydubai, highlighted the importance of the Nepali market for the airline since its initial operations in Kathmandu in 2009. He emphasized that introducing direct flights to Pokhara underscores the airline's commitment to supporting trade and tourism between the UAE and Nepal. Al Ghaith noted that providing a direct link to Nepal's second-largest city leverages Dubai's position as a global aviation hub, opening new avenues of accessibility for business and leisure travelers.
Sudhir Sreedharan, Divisional Senior Vice President of Commercial Operations at flydubai, expressed excitement about expanding the airline's footprint in Nepal with daily operations to Pokhara. He stated that the new route is strategically positioned to meet strong demand from the UAE and the wider flydubai network, offering convenient connections for travelers from the GCC, the Middle East, and Europe, as well as through codeshare partnerships and interline partners. Passengers on this route can look forward to a high-quality service, whether traveling in Business Class or the elevated Economy Class experience.
