flydubai Suspended for 3 Pakistan Cities, Still Running Full Schedule for 5
While flydubai halts all flights to Islamabad, Lahore and Peshawar until October 26, 2026, the airline runs 53 weekly flights across five other Pakistani cities.
The Suspension
flydubai has completely suspended direct flights to Islamabad, Lahore and Peshawar until October 26, 2026.
The Dubai based carrier confirmed that geopolitical instability in the region and rising jet fuel costs forced the shutdown of these three major routes.
| Suspended City | Flight Numbers | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Islamabad | FZ353 / FZ354 | Suspended until Oct 26, 2026 |
| Lahore | FZ359 / FZ360 | Suspended until Oct 26, 2026 |
| Peshawar | FZ375 / FZ376 | Suspended until Oct 26, 2026 |
No bookings are currently accepted for these three routes until the suspension lifts.
The Five Cities Still Flying — Full Schedule Breakdown
While three cities go dark, flydubai continues operating across five Pakistani destinations, running a combined 53 weekly flights from Dubai International Airport Terminal 2.
1. Karachi — 21 Weekly Flights (3 Daily)
Karachi is now flydubai’s largest Pakistan hub by far.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Weekly Flights | 21 |
| Daily Frequency | 3 flights per day |
| First Departure from Dubai | 07:05 AM |
| Last Departure from Dubai | 07:20 PM |
| Flight Duration | 2 hours 35 minutes |
Karachi’s large overseas Pakistani workforce in the Gulf keeps this route the busiest in flydubai’s Pakistan network.
2. Multan — 9 Weekly Flights
Multan operates daily with extra frequencies added on busy travel days.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Weekly Flights | 9 |
| Departure Window from Dubai | 06:30 AM to 10:00 PM |
| Key Flight Numbers | FZ339 / FZ325 |
| Flight Duration | 2 hours 50 minutes |
The route serves both labour traffic and religious family travellers from southern Punjab.
3. Faisalabad — 9 Weekly Flights
Faisalabad matches Multan with nine weekly departures and one of the widest departure windows in flydubai’s Pakistan schedule.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Weekly Flights | 9 |
| Earliest Departure from Dubai | 05:45 AM |
| Latest Departure from Dubai | 10:55 PM |
| Flight Duration | 3 hours 25 minutes |
Faisalabad’s textile export industry drives consistent passenger demand on this route year-round.
4. Sialkot — 8 Weekly Flights
Sialkot operates primarily on late-night departures from Dubai, serving early morning arrivals into Pakistan.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Weekly Flights | 8 |
| Typical Departure from Dubai | 12:10 AM |
| Flight Duration | 3 hours 15 minutes |
Passengers from Gujranwala, Gujrat, Sialkot and surrounding industrial districts rely heavily on this route for Gulf travel.
5. Quetta — 6 Weekly Flights
Quetta holds the lowest frequency in flydubai’s active Pakistan network but remains fully operational.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Weekly Flights | 6 |
| Morning Departure from Dubai | 06:00 AM |
| Key Flight Number | FZ345 |
| Flight Duration | 3 hours |
One weekday may remain non-operational depending on seasonal scheduling adjustments.
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Passengers on Suspended Routes — What To Do Now
Travellers holding bookings for Islamabad, Lahore or Peshawar have three immediate options:
- Full refund — contact flydubai customer support directly
- Free rebooking — shift to an alternative travel date after October 26, 2026
- Travel voucher — accept credit for future flydubai bookings
Bookings can be managed through flydubai’s website, original travel agent or the booking platform used at purchase.
Alternative Airlines Still Flying to Suspended Cities
Emirates, Etihad Airways, Air Arabia and Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) all continue operating normally to Islamabad, Lahore and Peshawar.
Fares on these carriers are expected to climb through the peak summer travel period as displaced flydubai passengers shift across.
Last Words
flydubai’s Pakistan network remains active across Karachi, Multan, Faisalabad, Sialkot and Quetta with 53 combined weekly flights. Travellers heading to Islamabad, Lahore or Peshawar must rebook with alternative carriers before October 26, 2026. Check live status on the flydubai Flight Status Board before departing for the airport.
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