flydubai Reports Strong 2025 Revenue, Growth

DUBAI — flydubai (FZ) has posted its 2025 full-year results: the Dubai-based airline carried 15.7 million passengers in 2025, registering a 6% increase in ASKMs (available seat kilometers). FZ operated over 126.000 flights in 2025, up 6% year-on-year.

The airline also reported total annual revenue of AED 13.6 billion (USD 3.7 billion), a 6% increase from 2024. flydubai maintained a robust EBITDA of AED 4.0 billion (USD 1.1 billion) in 2025, with profit before tax quantified at USD 591 million. Fuel costs accounted for a quarter of FZ’s total operating expenses. 

Business class demand of 19% compared to 2024, supporting the airline’s choice to offer a dedicated premium product across its fleet.  In 2025, FZ began offering complimentary meals and IFE across all its travel classes, stepping away from the traditional hybrid business model. FZ also signed an agreement to introduce complimentary, high-speed Starlink in-flight connectivity across its fleet from 2026, further elevating the onboard experience.

flydubai’s workforce has grown to over 6,700 employees, up 11% year-on-year. Today, the airline serves 140 destinations in Asia, Africa, and Europe with its 97-strong fleet of Boeing 737s. FZ’s average fleet age is quantified at 5.5 years. At the 2025 edition of the Dubai Airshow, FZ secured its fleet’s future by committing to up to 400 narrowbodies and becoming an Airbus customer through the purchase of the A321neo family aircraft.

The airline will likely take delivery of a mix of A321neo, A321LR, and A321XLR to extend its network. Two years ago, FZ committed to 30 Boeing 787-9s in the same airshow venue. 

Regarding FZ’s deliveries in 2026, Ghaith Al Ghaith, Chief Executive Officer at flydubai, commented: “We expect to take delivery of 12 aircraft in 2026, subject to manufacturer schedules. Seven of these will be Boeing 737 MAX 9 aircraft, increasing our Business Class capacity, and five will be Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft.”

Comments from flydubai officials

Commenting on the airline’s Financial Results, His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of flydubai, said: “Under the leadership of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, flydubai’s achievements align closely with Dubai’s broader economic vision, where aviation remains a cornerstone of Dubai’s growth strategy. Reporting its fifth consecutive year of strong profitability is a clear testament to flydubai’s disciplined strategy and operational resilience.

Throughout this period, the carrier successfully leveraged Dubai’s position as a leading global aviation hub, enabling it to capture strong, sustained passenger demand. At the same time, flydubai maintained a sharp focus on operational efficiency, ensuring it continues to invest wisely in its fleet, technology, product, and talent development to support its ambitious future growth.”

H.H. Sheikh Ahmed added: “I am proud to see flydubai play a central role in supporting His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, in driving the implementation and progress of the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33) to become a leading global aviation hub. By connecting the city to more than 100 underserved markets, flydubai has contributed to attracting more visitors and reinforcing Dubai’s position as a gateway for trade, tourism, and opportunity.”

Ghaith Al Ghaith, Chief Executive Officer at flydubai, commenting on flydubai’s 2025 Full-Year Results, said: “Our strong financial performance in 2025 reflects the resilience of flydubai’s business model and the agility of our people. Throughout the year, we successfully navigated ongoing geopolitical uncertainty, continued supply chain constraints, and rising maintenance costs, while maintaining operational efficiency and commercial momentum.

We are focused on disciplined, strategic growth, expanding our network, and strengthening Dubai’s position as a leading global aviation hub. Today, we connect 140 airports to Dubai, facilitating trade, tourism, and cultural exchange, while contributing meaningfully to the city’s economic growth. In addition, we made significant investments in technology, innovation, and the enhancement of our in-house capabilities, while further elevating our customer experience. Laying strong foundations for the future, these investments will ensure we remain customer-focused and people-driven.”