Multan and Sialkot join airline's existing operation to Karachi. flydubai, Dubai's innovative airline, is to begin operations to two new destinations in Pakistan – Multan and Sialkot. Flights to the north-eastern city of Silkot and Multan, located in central Pakistan, will operate three times a week from March 13 and March 14 this year, respectively. Return fares start at AED1,050. flydubai's CEO, Ghaith Al Ghaith, said: “Our flights to Karachi have been busy since operations began in June 2010. With a significant number of expatriates living in the UAE, and established trade links, we expect these new destinations to be equally successful as people seek affordable fares between our nations." Flights to Sialkot will operate on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. FZ337 is scheduled to depart Dubai Terminal 2 at 0025, arriving in Sialkot at 0425 local time. Return flight, FZ338, will leave Sialkot at 0525, landing in Dubai at 0815 local time. Flights to Multan will operate on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. FZ339 will take-off from Dubai Terminal 2 at 0030, landing in Multan at 0405 local time, with return flight FZ340, departing Multan at 0505, with a scheduled arrival time in Dubai of 0715 local time. Return fares to Sialkot from Dubai start at AED1,050, while those to Multan cost from AED1,230. All fares are inclusive of taxes plus one piece of hand luggage weighing up to 7kg and one small laptop bag or handbag. Checked baggage starts at AED50 for 20kg. A seat with extra legroom costs AED100. Once on board, passengers can choose from a range of optional extras, including in-flight entertainment packages priced from AED10 or select from the varied menu of refreshments and Duty Free items. Flights can be purchased from flydubai's website (flydubai.com), its Call Centre (+9714 231 1000), flydubai Travel Shops or through travel partners. Bookings in Pakistan can be made by calling 042 111786747. Further information and details of the carrier's car rental and travel insurance services can also be found on flydubai.com. — SG
