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South Air launches inaugural flights from Karachi to Quetta and Islamabad
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South Air launches inaugural flights from Karachi to Quetta and Islamabad

From Dawn · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

News Official statement New plan
  • South Air launched its first flights from Karachi to Quetta and Islamabad on Thursday.
  • The new airline's operations aim to strengthen Pakistan's domestic air connectivity.
  • Initially, South Air will operate one weekly flight to Quetta and three weekly flights to Islamabad, with plans for future expansion.

South Air has officially commenced its flight operations, launching inaugural services from Karachi to Quetta, via Turbat, and to Islamabad, via Bahawalpur. The Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) announced the new routes on Thursday morning, emphasizing that these services will significantly bolster Pakistan's domestic air connectivity. The PAA stated that the airline's new operations represent a "further strengthened" network, offering passengers enhanced travel options and improved connectivity. Initially, South Air will run one weekly flight connecting Karachi and Quetta through Turbat. Additionally, three weekly flights will operate between Karachi and Islamabad, with a stop in Bahawalpur. The PAA indicated that the airline intends to expand its reach, with future plans including additional flights from Karachi to Peshawar, Rahim Yar Khan, Sukkur, and Gwadar. These new air services are anticipated to stimulate tourism, facilitate trade, and improve travel convenience by reinforcing regional connections across Pakistan.

further strengthened Pakistanโ€™s domestic air connectivity

โ€” Pakistan Airports AuthorityThe Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) described the impact of South Air's new flight operations.
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Originally published by Dawn in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.