Emirates Returns to Edinburgh with Daily Service, Boosting Tourism and Trade Links for Scotland

Reinstated flight will meet market demand and offer customers more travel options

(IN SHORT) Emirates has resumed its daily flights to Edinburgh, its eighth UK destination, after a three-year pause. The return flight was celebrated with a performance by the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. This new daily service complements Emirates’ Glasgow route, providing Scottish travelers with 14 weekly flights to Dubai and connections to long-haul destinations. The flight also enhances trade capabilities, allowing Emirates SkyCargo to transport up to 16 tonnes of goods per flight, supporting Scottish exports. The route is expected to boost both tourism and trade, connecting Scotland to Emirates’ extensive global network.

(PRESS RELEASE) Dubai, UAE, 2024-Nov-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates has resumed its daily flights to Edinburgh, marking its return to Scotland’s capital since 2020. The inaugural Emirates Boeing 777 flight received a warm welcome with a performance by the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, creating a memorable experience for passengers. Edinburgh now becomes Emirates’ eighth destination in the UK, complementing the daily A380 flight to Glasgow, and offering travelers 14 weekly flights between Scotland and Dubai.

This service supports both tourism and trade, with Emirates SkyCargo able to carry up to 16 tonnes of cargo per flight, enhancing transport options for Scottish exports like salmon, whisky, and shellfish. Emirates’ Chief Commercial Officer, Adnan Kazim, highlighted the importance of the UK market and the value of reconnecting with Scotland. Edinburgh Airport’s CEO, Gordon Dewar, noted that the service will provide valuable connections to destinations across Emirates’ global network.

The route contributes to Scotland’s growing tourism, which saw 4 million international visitors in 2023, and offers travelers access to Emirates’ renowned inflight services, including award-winning meals and extensive entertainment options.

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The Emirates story started in 1985 when we launched operations with just two aircraft. Today, we fly the world’s biggest fleets of Airbus A380s and Boeing 777s, offering our customers the comforts of the latest and most efficient wide-body aircraft in the skies.

We inspire travelers around the world with our growing network of worldwide destinations, industry leading inflight entertainment, regionally inspired cuisine, and world-class service.

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Source: Emirates

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