flydubai (FZ) has launched nonstop flights from Dubai International (DXB) to Iași (IAS), becoming the first UAE carrier to serve Romania’s Moldova region. The route operates twice weekly and complements a frequency increase on Dubai–Bucharest (OTP) to three daily flights. In total, flydubai will now offer up to 21 weekly UAE–Romania services.
The New Route At A Glance
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Route: Dubai (DXB, Terminal 2) – Iași (IAS)
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Frequency: 2x weekly (Tuesdays, Fridays)
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Inaugural: Water-cannon welcome and official ceremony at IAS
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Codeshare: Emirates (EK) codesharing via DXB for wider global connectivity
Why Iași, Why Now
flydubai has grown Romania steadily since 2012, citing average annual passenger growth of roughly 16% on Dubai–Bucharest. Adding Iași taps into:
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Underserved demand to/from northeastern Romania and the wider Moldova region
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Strong VFR, student, SME, and cultural tourism flows
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One-stop long-haul connectivity over DXB to Asia, Africa, and the Middle East
Bucharest Frequency Increase
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Bucharest (OTP) increases to 3x daily, improving day-of-week coverage, connection banks at DXB, and schedule choice for corporate and leisure travelers.
Fares And Booking
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DXB→IAS: from AED 1,600 (Economy Lite) and AED 8,000 (Business) one-way
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IAS→DXB: from EUR 380 (Economy Lite) and EUR 2,000 (Business) one-way
Note: Fares are entry-level and subject to availability and seasonal variation.
Schedules
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Operating days: Tuesdays and Fridays (FZ 783/784)
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All times local; consult flydubai.com for current departures and arrivals.
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Emirates codeshare available, enabling through-tickets and baggage to global EK/FZ destinations.
Part Of A Broader Europe Push
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New/renewed Eastern and Northern Europe points:
Local & Airport Impact
Iași International’s management highlights that IAS is now the only airport in the Moldova region with direct UAE access. Expected benefits include:
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Faster business links with Dubai’s finance, tech, health, and logistics hubs
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Tourism uplift to Iași and northern Romania
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Cargo and e-commerce opportunities tied to Dubai distribution networks
Destination Snapshot: Iași, Romania
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Romania’s “cultural capital,” famed for universities, museums, and historic religious sites
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Architectural highlights: Palace of Culture (with four museums), Three Holy Hierarchs Monastery, Metropolitan Cathedral, and Saint Nicholas Church
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Green spaces: Copou Park (1834) and Romania’s largest botanical garden
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Day trips: UNESCO-listed Painted Monasteries of Bucovina; cross-border visit to Chișinău
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Food to try: sarmale (stuffed cabbage rolls), ciorbă (sour soups), mici (grilled sausages), papanasi (cheese doughnuts)
Practical Tips
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Best seasons: Spring (Apr–May) and Autumn (Sep–Oct) for mild weather and lower crowds
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Getting around: Compact historic core; public transport and ride-hailing available
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Sustainable choices: Family-run guesthouses, local eateries, walking tours, and public transit reduce footprint and support the community
Bottom Line
flydubai’s entry into Iași gives northeastern Romania a nonstop gateway to Dubai for the first time, while the Bucharest increase to triple-daily consolidates the carrier’s Romanian presence. With Emirates codeshare support and growing Eastern/Northern Europe coverage, the airline continues to stitch secondary European cities into Dubai’s long-haul network.
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