Biman Bangladesh Airlines has announced additional flights on domestic routes ahead of the Eid-ul-Azha to accommodate the expected surge in holiday travel, reports bdnews24.com.
In a press release issued on Friday, the flag carrier said it will operate extra flights from Dhaka to Rajshahi and Syedpur in the north, and to Cox's Bazar in the south, alongside its regular schedule.
Biman spokesperson ABM Rowshan Kabir said four additional flights will be operated on the Dhaka-Syedpur route and three on the Dhaka-Rajshahi route.
As for Cox's Bazar, the number of extra flights is yet to be finalised, as many people also travel there for leisure during the Eid holidays. A decision is expected over the weekend.
According to the current plan, the additional flights on the Dhaka-Syedpur-Dhaka route are scheduled for June 2, 5, and 6, while the Dhaka-Rajshahi-Dhaka route will see extra flights on June 2, 3, and 5.
An additional flight on the Dhaka-Cox's Bazar-Dhaka route has been scheduled for June 9.
The updated schedules have already been uploaded to Biman's booking system, and tickets are now available across all sales channels, the airline said.
Passengers can book tickets through Biman's sales outlets, official website, mobile app, or by calling the hotline at 13636. Tickets are also available through IATA-approved travel agencies and authorised agents.
Biman to operate extra flights to Rajshahi, Syedpur, Cox's Bazar during Eid
Additional services aim to accommodate holiday travel surge
FE Team | Published: May 24, 2025 00:25:30
Biman to operate extra flights to Rajshahi, Syedpur, Cox's Bazar during Eid
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