Govt approves direct flights for Bangladesh’s national airline to Karachi

Pakistan has granted permission to Bangladesh’s national airline to operate direct flights between Dhaka and Karachi, according to sources in the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA).

Sources said the Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority approved the request following clearance from the federal government, after which the director general of the CAA issued formal authorisation for the flights.

According to officials, the airline has initially been granted permission to operate direct flights until March 30, 2026. The Bangladeshi carrier will be allowed to use Pakistan’s airspace on approved routes for the duration of the approval period.

CAA sources said the airline will be required to operate strictly on designated air routes within Pakistan’s airspace. In addition, complete flight details must be shared with the Karachi airport authorities prior to departure from Dhaka.

Officials said the move is expected to facilitate air travel between the two countries and improve connectivity. According to aviation sources, direct flights between Pakistan and Bangladesh are likely to commence later this month.

No official schedule has been announced so far.