Emirates and flydubai Achieve 36% Growth in Joint Passengers, Expanding Global Connectivity
(IN SHORT) Emirates and flydubai have announced a major milestone, carrying 5 million passengers in the past year, representing a 36% growth in joint passenger numbers. The partnership, which started in 2017, has expanded to 240 destinations across more than 100 countries, offering seamless travel experiences, enhanced connectivity, and an integrated loyalty programme. Both carriers continue to see strong demand for their premium cabins, with ongoing network expansions and new routes added for the summer season. The Emirates Skywards loyalty programme has more than 35 million members worldwide.
(PRESS RELEASE) DUBAI, 2025-Apr-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates and flydubai have reached a new milestone, carrying over 5 million passengers across their joint network in the past year, reflecting an impressive 36% growth in passenger numbers compared to the previous year. This milestone marks another significant achievement for the partnership, which has been instrumental in streamlining travel and enhancing connectivity through Dubai’s robust air travel hub.
Since their collaboration began in 2017, the combined networks of Emirates and flydubai have expanded to cover 240 destinations in more than 100 countries, providing travelers with unmatched choice and convenience. Together, the two carriers have delivered seamless travel experiences for over 22 million passengers, offering an integrated loyalty programme and a range of enhanced services such as optimized flight schedules, seamless check-ins, efficient baggage transfers, and easier connections at Dubai International Airport (DXB).
His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Group and Chairman of flydubai, said: “The collaboration between Emirates and flydubai has redefined travel, creating more flight options and improving the overall passenger experience. Our partnership supports Dubai’s vision to become one of the world’s most connected cities, enhancing both trade and tourism. I am proud of what we have accomplished so far and am excited about the future of this partnership.”
From just 29 cities in 2017, the Emirates and flydubai joint network now spans 240 destinations, offering a combined 295 codeshare flights daily. This collaboration ensures greater flexibility for travelers, who can access an expanded range of flight times and seamless connections between the two airlines. Flydubai operates 330 weekly flights from Terminal 3 at Dubai Airport to key destinations such as Zanzibar, Kathmandu, and Naples, while Emirates passengers can explore more than 132 flydubai destinations, with flydubai customers accessing 142 Emirates destinations.
The continued success of the partnership is also reflected in the growing demand for premium cabins, with a 31% increase in bookings. This highlights the strength of both airlines’ product offerings and their ability to meet the evolving needs of travelers.
Emirates has also expanded its network with new flights to Bogotá, Colombia, and Antananarivo, Madagascar, and plans to add more destinations such as Da Nang, Siem Reap, and Shenzhen this summer. Similarly, flydubai is adding 10 new cities, including Antalya, Basel, and Al Alamein for the summer season.
Emirates Skywards, the joint loyalty programme, continues to thrive, with more than 35 million members worldwide enjoying the benefits of earning and redeeming Miles on both Emirates and flydubai flights. Customers can book tickets via emirates.com, flydubai.com, the Emirates App, Emirates and flydubai contact centers, travel agents, or Emirates Retail stores.
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SOURCE: The Emirates Group
