Mir Salam Jogezai
Quetta: Airblue has launched new flight services connecting Quetta with Lahore and Islamabad, expanding air connectivity between Balochistan’s provincial capital and two of Pakistan’s major cities.
According to the Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA), Airblue flight PA-503 from Lahore arrived at Quetta International Airport at 3:25 pm on October 26, 2026. The inaugural arrival was marked by a ceremonial water cannon salute, a cake-cutting ceremony and a welcome for passengers.
Airblue flight PA-501 from Islamabad subsequently landed at 3:45 pm. The Airport Manager, Chief Security Officer and Airblue’s Director of Operations attended the welcoming ceremony.
Under the new schedule, Airblue will operate three weekly flights between Quetta and Lahore and two weekly flights between Quetta and Islamabad.
The new services are expected to provide passengers with additional travel options and improve connectivity between Balochistan and major urban centres across Pakistan.
The Pakistan Airports Authority reaffirmed its commitment to facilitating airport operations and improving air connectivity for passengers.
