flydubai expands route to Istanbul

flydubai, Dubai's first low cost airline, has expanded its route network to the edge of Europe with the start of flights to Istanbul.

Ghaith Al Ghaith, CEO, said: “Having a strong network is very important to the success of flydubai and we are delighted to be able to count Istanbul , the gateway to Europe , as our 18thdestination.

Istanbul is one of the most popular destinations for UAE residents seeking a short break. With a wealth of historical sites and shopping options there is much to delight and occupy visitors. This year Istanbul is the European Capital of Culture so when you put that together with flydubai’s simple, uncomplicated, low fares, there has never been a better time to visit this ancient capital.”

Operating five times a week, FZ751 leaves Dubai at 1855hrs and lands in Istanbul ’s Sabiha Gökçen Airport at 2250hrs local time. The return flight, FZ752, departs at 2335hrs arriving in Dubai at 0500hrs local time.