Fly Jinnah will begin operating two daily flights between Lahore and Islamabad from May 1, according to Federal Minister for Defence Khawaja Asif. The move is aimed at improving domestic air connectivity and easing travel between the two major cities. It is expected to benefit frequent commuters across multiple sectors.
In a social media post, Khawaja Asif said the increased flight frequency will provide relief to lawyers, businessmen, patients, and elderly passengers. He added that improved air services will save time and reduce travel fatigue for regular travellers. The decision is part of broader efforts to enhance transport efficiency.
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The minister said the initiative also supports government austerity measures by reducing fuel consumption and easing road traffic. He noted that shifting more passengers to air travel can help reduce congestion on highways. Additionally, he highlighted time savings for professionals as a key advantage.
Congratulations Pakistan on another milestone achievement in Aviation sector. After a long suspension of about 5 years, Fly Jinnah is starting Double Daily flights between Lahore and- Islamabad from 01 May 2026.
It will a great relief for all commuters particularly Lawyers,…— Khawaja M. Asif (@KhawajaMAsif) April 22, 2026
Asif said the government will continue promoting air connectivity across Pakistan as well as international routes. He added that national carriers are expanding their fleets to improve safety and efficiency. The policy aims to strengthen both domestic and global aviation links.
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Fly Jinnah has recently expanded its international network as well, including routes from Lahore to Muscat. The airline already operates flights to destinations such as Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, Sharjah, and Bahrain. This expansion reflects growing demand for regional air travel connectivity.