flydubai Launches Flights to Benghazi
Benghazi Joins flydubai Network with New Service
flydubai has launched flights to Benghazi, becoming the first UAE carrier to operate services to Benghazi Benina International Airport in Libya.
The new route strengthens the airline’s presence in Africa, where it now serves 13 destinations across nine countries. The inaugural flight was welcomed at Benghazi Benina International Airport with a water cannon salute and a reception attended by local airport officials.
The service is expected to provide additional travel options between Libya, the UAE and destinations across flydubai’s network.
Three Weekly Flights Between Dubai and Benghazi
flydubai will operate flights between Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Benghazi Benina International Airport (BEN) three times a week on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.
The route is available through the airline’s codeshare partnership with Emirates, allowing passengers to book connecting itineraries on a single ticket with through baggage check-in across the combined network.
| Flight Number | Route | Departure Time | Arrival Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| FZ 1147 | Dubai (DXB) – Benghazi (BEN) | 06:50 | 10:45 |
| FZ 1148 | Benghazi (BEN) – Dubai (DXB) | 11:45 | 19:15 |
All times are local.
Expanding Connectivity Between Libya and the UAE
The addition of Benghazi reflects flydubai’s continued network expansion across underserved markets and supports connectivity between North Africa and Dubai.
The route is expected to facilitate both business and leisure travel while improving access to destinations across the carrier’s network through Dubai.
With the launch of Benghazi services, the airline continues to expand its African operations and strengthen regional connectivity through its growing route network.
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