SriLankan Airlines and flydubai have announced a new interline agreement, effective from September 9, 2024, expanding travel options between Sri Lanka, the UAE, and beyond. This collaboration allows passengers to connect seamlessly via Dubai to over 30 destinations on flydubai's network, including popular spots like Bucharest, Istanbul, and Zanzibar.
“We are excited to partner with flydubai to provide our passengers seamless connections and greater convenience. This partnership reinforces our strategy to broaden our network and global reach, presenting customers with more travel choices and flexibility. We look forward to collaborating with flydubai and welcoming their passengers aboard our flights to experience an authentic SriLankan journey,” said Richard Nuttall, Chief Executive Officer of SriLankan Airlines.
Conversely, flydubai travellers can access 16 destinations on SriLankan’s network, including Melbourne, Seoul, and Tokyo. The agreement offers single-ticket itineraries, through-checked baggage, and coordinated flight schedules, ensuring a smooth travel experience. Both airlines aim to provide their signature hospitality and reliable services across these new routes, enhancing convenience for global travellers.
Commenting on the interline agreement, Ghaith Al Ghaith, Chief Executive Officer at flydubai, said, “we’re excited about our new interline agreement with SriLankan Airlines that will further strengthen trade and tourism relations between the UAE and Sri Lanka. Since the start of operations to Sri Lanka in 2010, we have seen consistent demand for travel between our two countries over the years. Dubai remains an important thriving aviation hub and through these interline agreements, this will open up new horizons for our passengers, giving them more options to explore the world with ease.