Emirates to launch A380 service to Delhi, expand Premium Economy across India
Thu, 09 Jul 2026
Emirates will launch A380 services to Delhi from October 25, expanding Premium Economy across six Indian cities. Kolkata will also receive Airbus A350 operations, enhancing passenger comfort and choice on India routes.
Emirates to add second daily A350 service on Dubai-Colombo route
Wed, 08 Jul 2026
Emirates will introduce a second daily Airbus A350 service between Dubai and Colombo from 8 August, replacing the existing Boeing 777 aircraft on flight EK648/649.
Emirates adds third daily Dubai–Phuket flight with A350
Mon, 06 Jul 2026
Emirates is adding a third daily Dubai–Phuket flight operated by its Airbus A350, increasing flexibility and Premium Economy capacity. The airline will now operate 21 weekly flights to Phuket using Boeing 777 and A350 aircraft.
Emirates prepares for summer rush of 3,500 unaccompanied young travellers
Sun, 05 Jul 2026
Emirates expects one of its busiest periods for its Unaccompanied Minors Service as summer holidays begin, with more than 3,500 children set to travel independently over the next two weeks.
Emirates passes 1m Starlink Wi-Fi connections across fleet
Thu, 02 Jul 2026
Emirates has surpassed one million Starlink Wi-Fi connections just seven months after introducing the service across its fleet, marking a significant step in inflight connectivity.
Emirates third daily flight touches down in Nairobi
Wed, 01 Jul 2026
Emirates has launched its third daily Dubai-Nairobi flight, increasing operations to 21 weekly services. The new EK717 route strengthens connectivity for tourists, business travellers and exporters while supporting Kenya’s trade and tourism growth.
Emirates becomes first airline to deploy Boeing 777-300ERSF for cargo
Wed, 01 Jul 2026
Emirates is marking a significant milestone in the expansion of its cargo fleet by becoming the first airline cargo carrier to deploy the Boeing 777-300ERSF passenger to freighter converted aircraft.
Emirates unveils new global lounge concept
Tue, 30 Jun 2026
Emirates has unveiled a next-generation lounge concept, debuting in Munich and Frankfurt, with Manchester, Mauritius and Istanbul to follow this year. The airline is investing more than AED50 million ($13.6 million) in each premium lounge.
Emirates secures three wins at BTME 2026 Awards
Tue, 23 Jun 2026
Emirates has won three major honours at the 2026 Business Traveller Middle East Awards (BTME), including the top title of Best Airline Worldwide, as well as Best First Class and Best Airport Lounge in the Middle East for its First Class Lounge at Dubai International Airport.
Emirates launches Travel Rehearsal programme in Maldives
Tue, 23 Jun 2026
Emirates has conducted its first-ever Travel Rehearsal programme in the Maldives, helping children with autism and their families gain confidence in air travel through a guided airport experience at Velana International Airport (MLE).
Emirates expands operations in Ghana with additional weekly flights
Fri, 19 Jun 2026
Emirates, the world's largest international airline, is expanding its operations in Ghana with the introduction of four additional weekly services between Dubai and Accra from July 12.
Emirates rolls out world’s most comprehensive travel insurance
Wed, 17 Jun 2026
Emirates has launched a world-first Comprehensive Travel Cover, offering expanded insurance with conflict-related medical protection, trip cancellation, baggage loss cover and disruption support, including up to $25,000 reimbursement and 30-day trip extensions.
Emirates commits over $116m annually for proposed Germany expansion
Sun, 14 Jun 2026
Emirates confirmed it stands ready to launch daily services to Berlin and Stuttgart, committing more than €100 million ($116 million) each year in operational expenses, staff, airport charges, fuel and other expenditures, subject to the approval of the German Federal Ministry of Transport.
Emirates plans travel insurance cover to guarantee passengers can get home
Fri, 12 Jun 2026
Emirates is developing a new travel insurance product that would guarantee passengers can return home even if flights are disrupted by conflict-related events, including by arranging seats on rival airlines when necessary, the airline's President has said.
Emirates crowned ‘Best Overall Airline in the Middle East’ at APEX Awards
Thu, 11 Jun 2026
Emirates has been named ‘Best Overall Airline in the Middle East’ at the 2026 APEX Best in Airline Awards, further cementing its reputation as one of the world’s leading travel brands.
Emirates to offer incentives and reliability, but no fare cut, says Clark
Tue, 09 Jun 2026
Emirates plans to introduce a range of incentives aimed at reassuring passengers and encouraging them to return to travel amid the ongoing Iran conflict, but the airline has ruled out fare discounts as part of its strategy.
Emirates, Real Madrid extend partnership to 2031
Tue, 09 Jun 2026
Emirates and Real Madrid CF have renewed their partnership, extending one of the highest profile sponsorships in football through to 2031, and cementing a relationship that will span close to two decades.
Emirates recycles, reuses 88,000kg of plastic from inflight dining
Fri, 05 Jun 2026
Emirates has repurposed more than 88,000kg of plastic from Economy Class inflight meal service items, transforming them into new products for use onboard, the airline said highlighting the significant impact of its closed-loop recycling programme, first launched in June 2023.
Emirates first: Two Emirati female pilots promoted as captains
Thu, 04 Jun 2026
Emirates has promoted two accomplished Emirati female pilots to captains, marking a pivotal step forward in its commitment to empowering Emirati women in aviation.
Emirates expands Travel Rehearsal programme to Madagascar
Sun, 24 May 2026
Emirates, an Autism-Certified Airline, launched its “Travel Rehearsal” programme in Madagascar at Ivato International Airport, helping travellers with accessibility needs practise airport and onboard procedures to reduce anxiety and build confidence before flying.
Emirates completes first-ever retrofit of two-class A380 aircraft
Wed, 20 May 2026
Emirates has reached a milestone in its ambitious multi-billion dollar retrofit programme with the successful reconfiguration of its first two-class A380 aircraft.