Dubai-based carrier flydubai has launched direct flights connecting the United Arab Emirates with Latvia, marking a significant step in strengthening air connectivity between the Middle East and the Baltic region. The new route links Dubai with Riga, Latvia’s capital and largest city, offering travelers a convenient non-stop option between the two destinations.
The launch reflects flydubai’s continued strategy of expanding into underserved and emerging markets, while supporting Dubai’s role as a global aviation hub. By adding Latvia to its network, the airline opens new opportunities for tourism, trade, and cultural exchange between the UAE and Northern Europe. Riga, known for its historic old town, vibrant cultural scene, and growing business environment, is expected to attract travelers from the Gulf, Asia, and Africa via Dubai.
For Latvian travelers, the new service provides easier access to Dubai and onward connections across flydubai’s extensive network, spanning the Middle East, South Asia, Africa, and parts of Europe. The route is also expected to benefit business travelers by reducing travel time and offering more flexible scheduling compared to indirect connections.
At the inaugural flight event, flydubai crew members were seen holding the national flags of Latvia and the UAE in front of a flydubai aircraft, symbolizing the strengthening ties between the two countries. The moment underscored the airline’s commitment to building bridges between regions through aviation.
With this launch, flydubai continues to play a key role in enhancing global connectivity, supporting economic cooperation, and making international travel more accessible for a wider range of passengers.
