June 2025 is witnessing an exciting surge in air traffic in the heart of the Middle East, with Mumbai UAE Airlines and its regional partners launching over 50 new international routes. This aggressive expansion is positioning the United Arab Emirates (UAE) not just as a major transit hub, but as a world-class global aviation centre.
This growth is part of the UAE’s broader strategic development vision, encompassing everything from international tourism to economic integration.
Global Connectivity Strengthened with New Routes
Led by Mumbai UAE Airlines, the expansion spans Europe, Asia, the Americas, and beyond. Several carriers are contributing to this momentum, significantly boosting the region’s air travel capacity:
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Emirates has added four new weekly flights to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi using its Boeing 777-300ER fleet.
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Etihad Airways launched four weekly flights to Warsaw Chopin Airport starting 3 June.
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Flydubai has introduced daily flights to Antalya, stimulating summer tourism.
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Wizz Air Abu Dhabi has increased its low-cost offerings with three new weekly flights using Airbus A321 aircraft.
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Air Arabia Abu Dhabi strengthened Central Asian connectivity with a new route to Almaty, Kazakhstan.
These additions enhance the region’s air links for both business and leisure travellers, offering greater flexibility and reach.
Regional Aviation Momentum Across the Gulf
The growth is not limited to the UAE—aviation is soaring across the entire Gulf region:
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Virgin Australia, in partnership with Qatar Airways, will launch flights to Doha from Sydney (12 June), Brisbane (19 June), and Perth (26 June).
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Saudi Arabia opens a new European gateway with its Jeddah–Venice route.
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Royal Air Maroc is boosting Africa-Europe traffic with three weekly flights between Casablanca and London Stansted.
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Jazeera Airways begins flights to Sochi on 26 June.
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Flyadeal will start flying from Riyadh to Salalah, Oman on 19 June.
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Gulf Air is expanding into East Africa with five weekly flights between Bahrain and Nairobi.
Stronger Links with India
The Indian market remains a strategic priority for regional airlines:
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Ethiopian Airlines will operate three weekly flights from Addis Ababa to Hyderabad beginning 16 June.
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Royal Jordanian is resuming its Amman–Mumbai route on 19 June with four weekly flights.
Global Carriers Expand Summer Operations
Major international airlines are also unveiling noteworthy expansions this summer:
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United Airlines launched a new route between Newark and Nuuk (Greenland) on 5 June, opening a polar connection.
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Delta Air Lines is reopening its Salt Lake City–Seoul Incheon route on 12 June, responding to growing Pacific demand.
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Starlux Airlines is expanding its US presence with four weekly flights between Taiwan and Ontario International Airport (California).
UAE Airports Ready for Increased Traffic
Dubai (DXB), Abu Dhabi (AUH), and Sharjah (SHJ) international airports are fully equipped to handle the expected surge in passenger traffic. Known for their high capacity, modern infrastructure, and efficient service, these airports are well-prepared for the peak summer travel season.
