Direct flights between Pakistan and Bangladesh will resume in January, officials confirmed. The Karachi–Dhaka route will reconnect the two countries after years of relying on connecting flights. The move reflects improved bilateral relations and growing trade, travel, and cultural exchanges.
Pakistan’s High Commissioner to Bangladesh, Imran Haider, announced the development during a meeting with Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus at the State Guest House in Dhaka. Haider confirmed that aviation authorities on both sides had authenticated the restart of the flight services. The resumption aims to simplify travel and strengthen people-to-people contacts.
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During the meeting, both leaders discussed expanding cooperation in trade, investment, aviation, education, culture, and medical exchanges. Haider noted that bilateral trade had risen by around 20% compared to last year. Both sides expressed interest in exploring new business opportunities and joint ventures in key sectors.
Currently, travellers rely on connecting flights through hubs like Dubai or Doha. Officials said the decision follows recent measures to strengthen bilateral ties, including the launch of a direct shipping line between Karachi and Chittagong port. Direct flights are expected to make travel faster, cheaper, and more convenient.
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The new air link is expected to boost trade, tourism, and people-to-people relations. Officials emphasized that improved connectivity between Pakistan and Bangladesh will benefit business communities and travelers alike. Both countries plan further steps to expand cooperation across multiple sectors.