Emirates reconnects the world through Dubai, with 96% of global network restored | News
Emirates marks an almost full return to operations, with 96% of its global network now restored, following a period of disruption. In recent weeks, the airline has gradually resumed flights in the Americas, Europe, Africa, West Asia, the Middle East/GCC, the Far East and Australasia.
Today, the airline flies to 137 destinations in 72 countries, with more than 1,300 weekly flights, representing 75% of pre-disruption capacity. The airline is offering more flights, more seats and more options every day, while cementing Dubai’s position as a vital hub through which global travel moves.
Although operating on a reduced schedule, Emirates carried 4.7 million passengers* during the disruption, demonstrating the continued demand for travel and the trust travelers continued to place in the airline to get them where they needed to go.
The Emirates experience, wherever you go
Wherever Emirates customers fly, they can expect a first-class experience on board and on the ground, characterized by exceptional comfort, genuine hospitality and a level of service that has set the standard for long-haul travel.
On board, customers enjoy a unique culinary experience, with regionally inspired multi-course menus developed by a team of award-winning chefs and complemented by a wide selection of premium beverages. Emirates’ award-winning Ice Inflight Entertainment system offers more than 6,500 channels of the best global content in nearly 40 languages, including movies, TV shows, music, podcasts, games, audiobooks and more, so there’s no such thing as a long flight.
And for those who need to stay connected, high-speed Wi-Fi ensures customers can be reached 40,000 feet away. Emirates now has Starlink connectivity live on 28 aircraft, delivering ultra-fast, reliable internet in the skies.
Enjoy flexible travel and rewards
Emirates gives customers more reasons to travel with confidence with flexible rebooking, Dubai Connect stopover experiences and enhanced Skywards benefits:
Flexible bookings: Customers booking from April 2 will enjoy additional flexibility, with one free date change for all travel classes. Customers booked with Emirates can also hold a fare for free for 24 hours.
Dubai Connect: For customers with extended transit times in Dubai from 6 to 26 hours, Emirates’ Dubai Connect program turns a long layover into a comfortable stopover, courtesy of the airline. Eligible customers can enjoy complimentary hotel accommodation at a 4 or 5 star hotel, airport transfers, meals and, if required, an entry visa to the UAE. Dubai Connect is available to passengers in all classes of travel with eligible connection times and can be booked up to 12 hours in advance via Manage your booking on emirates.com. General terms and conditions apply.
Skywards: From May 8 to August 31, 2026, Emirates Skywards members can enjoy accelerated access to the program’s premium tiers through lower tier requirements and Bonus Tier Miles on Emirates and flydubai flights.
*Between March 1 and April 30
