flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, has launched its new Business Class Lounge at Terminal 2, Dubai International (DXB), highlighting the carrier’s commitment to enhancing travel experience for customers.
The launching ceremony was attended by Hamad Obaidalla, Chief Commercial Officer at flydubai, H.E. Major-General Obaid Muhair bin Suroor, Deputy Director-General of the General Directorate of Residence and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA), Major-General Talal Ahmed Al Shanqiti, General Director Assistant of the GDRFA, Major-General Ali Atiq bin Lahej, Acting Assistant Commandant for Ports Affairs, H.E. Jamal Al-Hai, Deputy Chief Executive Officer at Dubai Airports and Majed Al Joker, Chief Operating Officer at Dubai Airports, along with other key stakeholders and members of the media.
Spanning 900-square-metre, the new ‘Business Class Lounge’ has the capacity to accommodate over 200 passengers. The lounge is strategically located after the passport control and security lanes at Terminal 2 Departure area.
The boarding gate for Business Class passengers is located in the lounge where passengers can seamlessly board the dedicated Business Class buses for their flights.
Hamad Obaidalla CCO- flydubai
“This year, flydubai is celebrating a milestone in its journey marking 15 years of operations. We remain committed to constantly evolving and investing in enhancing customer experience whether in the air or on the ground. The new lounge will provide an enjoyable and seamless travel experience for our Business Class passengers from Terminal 2 in Dubai. We would like to thank the airport authorities for their support to officially welcome customers to the new beautifully designed space.”
The new lounge blends modern aesthetics with natural light, taking inspiration from the serene and timeless beauty of desert dunes. The warm tones and minimalist aesthetics feature some of Dubai’s most iconic skylines and create a peaceful space for relaxation and productivity.
The glass façade of the lounge offers uninterrupted tarmac views. The welcoming space features a variety of seating configuration areas including dining, lounging and a quiet space for relaxation.
Inside the lounge, customers can enjoy a diverse array of dining options whether from an internationally inspired buffet or an à la carte option. In addition, the lounge has shower facilities, prayer room and other practical amenities such as complimentary Wi-Fi, workstations and multiple charging stations.
Emirates Skywards members can also enjoy select benefits of the new Business Class Lounge depending on their membership tier.
Mohamed Hassan, Senior Vice President of Airport Services & Cargo at flydubai, added that, “lounges are a key component for the seamless and comfortable travel experience we aim to provide to our customers. The new flydubai Business Class Lounge and boarding gate provide added convenience to our passengers who are looking for a more personalized and efficient travel experience, whether they are travelling for business or leisure. We are looking forward to welcoming many of our passengers just in time for the busy holiday travel period.”
