From Africa to Europe, these flight carriers have the best options for you to explore.
2025 is shaping up to be the year you finally make those travel plans you’ve been dreaming about. With new flight offerings from all over the UAE, you can explore more destinations than ever before. Whether you’re after a beach holiday, an adventure, or a city break, here’s a look at some exciting new spots offering direct flights from the UAE.
Africa
If you’re looking to explore Africa, Air Arabia and Emirates now connect Sharjah and Dubai, respectively to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia’s capital, known for its charm, rich history, and welcoming hospitality. Etihad Airways has also enhanced travel options from Abu Dhabi to Algiers, Algeria, while also offering access to Tunis, Tunisia, and Al Alamein in Egypt. For those in search of adventure, Nairobi in Kenya provides the gateway to world-renowned safaris. Additionally, Emirates has expanded to Johannesburg, South Africa. FlyDubai now offers direct routes to Cairo, Egypt, and Mombasa, Kenya, making exploring Africa’s diverse landscapes easier than ever.
Asia
For those eager to explore Asia, Air Arabia now offers direct flights from Ras Al Khaimah to Tashkent, Uzbekistan. Etihad Airways expands its reach with direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Bali, Indonesia, Krabi, Thailand, Hanoi, Vietnam, and Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Jaipur, India, and Medan, Indonesia, are also a direct flight from the capital. Emirates continues to strengthen its presence with direct flights from Dubai to Ahmedabad and Mumbai in India, Colombo in Sri Lanka, and Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam. FlyDubai offers new flight options to Langkawi and Penang in Malaysia.
Australia
Emirates expands its reach to Australia, offering direct flights from Dubai to Melbourne and Perth. Melbourne’s dynamic arts scene and Perth’s breathtaking natural landscapes showcase the best of Australia’s diverse offerings, which you can now enjoy by hopping on a direct flight.
Europe
Travellers from Abu Dhabi can now visit Europe with ease thanks to Etihad Airways’ direct flights to Prague, Czech Republic and Warsaw, Poland. For those flying from Dubai, Emirates offers direct flights to Copenhagen, Denmark, and Edinburgh, Scotland. FlyDubai also expands its network with direct flights to Poznan, Poland, and Skopje, North Macedonia, giving travellers even more options. Furthermore, Wizz Air Abu Dhabi now offers direct flights to Bucharest, Romania, and Varna, Bulgaria, from the capital.
Middle East
Etihad Airways now offers direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Al Qassim, Saudi Arabia, giving travellers a chance to explore the region’s deep-rooted history and culture beyond the major cities. Emirates also strengthens its network with direct flights from Dubai to key destinations, including Baghdad in Iraq, Beirut in Lebanon, Bahrain, and Kuwait.
Russia
Air Arabia also connects Sharjah to Sochi, Russia, which offers year-round appeal with a combination of beach resorts and mountain slopes. FlyDubai further enhances travel options to Russia with direct flights to Volgograd, where travellers can explore the city’s historic charm and cultural diversity.
The Americas
For those looking to explore America, Etihad Airways now connects Abu Dhabi to Atlanta, USA. Additionally, Emirates offers direct routes from Dubai to Buenos Aires, Argentina, and Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, promising a great exploration of the region.
Whether you’re looking for an adventure in Africa, a beach getaway in Asia, or a city break in Europe, these direct flights from the UAE make travel more accessible than ever.
So get planning now.
