The inaugural flight departed from Terminal 3 at Dubai International (DXB) on July 20, and was greeted with a ceremonial water cannon salute and an official reception hosted by local authorities upon landing.

The new route represents a key milestone in flydubai's network expansion, strengthening connectivity between the UAE and Syria and providing greater flexibility for passengers travelling for business, leisure or to visit friends and relatives. In addition, it offers a convenient travel option for Syrian communities across the UAE and the wider GCC region, especially during the peak summer travel season, complementing the airline’s three daily flights to Damascus and significantly reducing travel times compared to indirect routes.

With its expansion to Aleppo, flydubai continues to strengthen its network in Syria, following the successful reintroduction of services to Damascus in June 2025. It also reinforces the airline’s commitment to enhancing connectivity in underserved markets and unlocking new opportunities for trade and tourism between the two countries