ITA Airways Commences Service Between Rome and Dubai

ITA Airways has commenced nonstop flight between Rome and Dubai. The inaugural flight from Rome Fiumicino, AZ 856, landed at Dubai International (DXB) at 7:50 p.m. (local time). The return flight from Dubai to Rome, AZ857, departed at 1:50 a.m. (local time) on Monday 28th of October.

This new daily service is operated by a three-class Airbus A321neo offering 12 Business Class seats, 12 Premium Economy Class seats, and 141 Economy Class seats, including 12 Comfort Economy seats.

The new direct flight from Dubai to Rome Fiumicino will be operated as follows:

• Dubai - Rome Fiumicino, operating from 28 October with departure at 1:50 a.m. (local time) and arrival in Rome at 6:00 a.m. (local time).

• Rome Fiumicino – Dubai, operating from 27 October with departure at 10:40 a.m. (local time) and arrival in Dubai at 7:50 p.m. (local time).

The new Rome-Dubai flight is a milestone for the Company, expanding its network to include a strategic market. Dubai is a global hub for both business and leisure tourism, and the launch of this nonstop service demonstrates ITA Airways' commitment to offering optimal travel solutions while reinforcing the importance of network expansion in the Company’s growth strategy.

ITA Airways started its operations on 15th October 2021 with a fleet of 52 aircraft. Currently, the airline's fleet consists entirely of Airbus aircraft, with 100 planes, including 60 next-generation models: 7 A321neo, 19 A320neo, 9 A220-300, 8 A220-100, 11 A330-900, and 6 A350-900 aircraft.

Sustainability is at the heart of ITA Airways' vision, with the airline aiming for 90% of its fleet to be eco-friendly by the end of its 2023-2027 Strategic Plan. These advanced aircraft consume 25% less fuel and produce lower CO₂ emissions, aligning with the airline's goal of becoming Europe’s greenest carrier.

As part of its ongoing network expansion, ITA Airways is flying to 53 destinations during the 2024/2025 Winter Season, including 15 domestic, 23 international, and 15 intercontinental routes.

Following the launch of the Dubai route, ITA Airways winter season will also introduce a new direct flight to Bangkok, marking the airline’s debut in Thailand, starting on November 16th with 5-weekly service. Additionally, from December 20, 2024, the airline will offer up to 5-weekly flights between Rome and Malé in the Maldives.

All ITA Airways flights can be purchased on ita-airways.com, via ITA Airways Customer Center, travel agencies and airport ticket offices.