flydubai has announced the resumption of direct flights between Dubai and Skopje, North Macedonia’s capital, from April 1, 2027. Three weekly services will operate on Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays from Dubai International Airport’s Terminal 3, with return Economy fares from Dubai starting at AED 2,800.
The airline said the route forms part of its expansion into markets with limited direct travel options to Dubai, providing more choice for leisure and business travellers, according to its website.
Business and Economy Class will be available, with onward connections through Dubai across the combined flydubai and Emirates network.
Dubai–Skopje schedule
Direct services begin April 1, 2027, operating three times weekly on Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays between Dubai Terminal 3 and Skopje International Airport.
Flight FZ1763 departs Dubai at 9:55 a.m. and arrives in Skopje at 1:30 p.m. Return flight FZ1764 leaves Skopje at 2:30 p.m. and reaches Dubai at 9:45 p.m. All times are local.
Ticket prices to North Macedonia
Return Economy Lite fares from Dubai to Skopje start at AED 2,800, while Business Class fares start at AED 12,500.
For journeys originating in Skopje, return Economy Lite fares to Dubai start at €580 and Business Class at €3,000. These are starting return fares and vary by departure city and travel class.
Connections through Dubai to Australia and Asia
The flydubai–Emirates codeshare allows passengers from Skopje to continue through Dubai to destinations across their combined network.
Connections include destinations in Australia and Asian cities such as Shanghai and Singapore with Emirates, as well as Bangkok, Colombo and Zanzibar on flydubai’s network.
The partnership offers a single booking and through-checked baggage to the final destination, with connections through Dubai Terminal 3.
flydubai CEO Ghaith Al Ghaith said resuming Skopje services supports the airline’s strategy of linking cities with limited direct access to Dubai, strengthening tourism, trade and cultural exchange.
He added that the airline continues expanding links between Dubai and international markets while providing more travel options through its global network.
Jeyhun Efendi, Senior Vice President for Commercial Operations and E-commerce, said Europe remains an important part of flydubai’s network strategy.
He noted that the Skopje service will provide connections through Dubai, particularly for leisure and business travellers and Macedonian communities living in Australia and Asia.
More than 120 destinations in 57 countries
The route’s return forms part of flydubai’s international expansion. Its network covers more than 120 destinations in 57 countries, served by a fleet of 99 Boeing 737 aircraft offering Business and Economy Class.
flydubai is equipping its fleet with Starlink satellite internet to provide passengers with free high-speed connectivity.
Attractions in Skopje and North Macedonia
Skopje offers historical and cultural attractions reflecting Ottoman, Byzantine and European influences.
Highlights include the Old Bazaar, the Stone Bridge leading to Macedonia Square, Kale Fortress and the Memorial House of Mother Teresa.
North Macedonia also offers nature tourism around Lake Ohrid and the Šar Mountains, alongside cultural activities and sightseeing excursions.
Booking flydubai flights to Skopje
Flights can be booked through the airline’s website and official app, Dubai contact centre at +971600544445, travel shops and partners.
Book at www.flydubai.com/ar/book-and-manage/book-a-flight, or view the full timetable at www.flydubai.com/ar/flying-with-us/timetable.
