Dubai, Bishkek has been named as flydubai’s 50th destination,
marking the pioneering airline’s entry into the Kyrgyz Republic and
expanding its global network to 28 countries across the GCC, Middle
East, Africa, Indian Sub-Continent, Asia and Central and Eastern Europe
in just two and half years of operations.
The
new service, which is due to begin on 7 February 2012, makes flydubai
the first UAE airline to offer direct flights between the Emirates and
Kyrgyz Republic. Flights will operate twice a week, departing Dubai on
Tuesdays and Fridays, with flights from Bishkek to Dubai leaving on
Wednesdays and Saturdays. One-way fares start from AED 990.
flydubai
CEO Ghaith Al Ghaith said: “We are proud to launch our latest services,
bringing our destinations in the former Soviet Union to 12. It is also a
significant milestone for us as the 50th destination we have announced – quite an achievement since our first flight in June 2009.
“We
have already launched operations to a number of cities in Central Asia
and we believe Bishkek will be just as well received. We are confident
it will prove popular with people seeking alternative travel
destinations, as well as offering people in the Kyrgyz Republic a
gateway to the Middle East, the Indian sub-continent and Africa through
the flydubai network.”
The
capital and largest city of the Kyrgyz Republic, Bishkek is flydubai’s
first foray into the Central Asian country and marks the continued rise
in demand for flights to previously under-served destinations in Central
Asia.
The
Kyrgyz Republic has opened its economy to foreign investment in key
industries including metallurgy and is developing its tourism potential.
Beauty spots such as Issyk Kul Lake are growing into popular tourist
destinations while trekking and camping trails as well as skiing bases
are developing all over the country, drawing in travellers locally,
regionally and internationally.
The
Kyrgyz Republic has a growing presence in the UAE thanks to a
3,000-strong expatriate population. Flights to Bishkek will start from
February, ensuring they are able to travel home to visit friends and
family more often.
Source: flydubai