Emirates increases flight frequencies to US destinations from October

Airline to restore US services to nearly 80% of pre-COVID levels by October and to more than 90% by December More connectivity from October to Boston, Dallas, New York, San Francisco, Seattle and Washington DC Increased demand for travel to Dubai Dubai, UAE, 2021-Sep-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates is increasing flight frequencies to a… Read the full press release

Emirates launches first airline virtual reality app

Customers can explore Emirates’ First Class Suite and other signature products in full VR with industry-first, immersive and interactive experience Latest step in airline’s ambitious vision to offer realistic VR experiences for customers and fans across multiple digital platforms Dubai, UAE, 2021-Sep-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Experience Emirates’ fully-enclosed Gamechanger First Class Suites, explore… Read the full press release

Emirates to operate Airbus A380 service to Istanbul

Airline is first to operate the iconic aircraft to Turkey DUBAI, UAE, 2021-Sep-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, announced today (14 September 2021) that it will introduce the first scheduled commercial Airbus A380 service to Istanbul, Turkey from 1 October. For the first time, travellers to and from Turkey… Read the full press release

Emirates launches Early Bird Expo 2020 Dubai deal

Airline’s global campaign aims to appeal to different travellers with tailored promotions spread over coming months Dubai, UAE, 2021-Sep-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates, the Premier Partner and Official Airline of Expo 2020 Dubai has launched its latest initiative under a global campaign to promote destination Dubai to people from all walks of life this winter… Read the full press release

Emirates expands operations in South Africa

As demand increases, airline bolsters schedule to 28 weekly flights Introduction of daily A380 services to Johannesburg from 31 October Emirates to restore its strategic South African Airways partnership from end of September 2021 DUBAI, UAE, 2021-Sep-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates has today (8 September 2021) announced that it will be expanding its… Read the full press release

The Emirates Airline Foundation marks International Literacy Day

Dubai, UAE, 2021-Sep-10 — /Travel PR News/ — The Emirates Airline Foundation, a non-profit charity organisation which provides humanitarian, philanthropic aid and services for children in need, joins the world in recognising the importance of International Literacy Day. Through with its NGO partners, Emirates strives to improve youth literacy and provide access to education for… Read the full press release

Emirates returns as the Official Airline of the 2021 US Open Tennis Championships

Emirates is official Airline for the 10th consecutive year Dubai/ New York, 2021-Sep-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates is returning as the Official Airline of the 2021 US Open Tennis Championships for the tenth year in a row. The airline will once again connect tennis fans from around the world for this iconic Grand Slam®… Read the full press release

Emirates to expand fleet with three Airbus A380 aircraft

Dubai, UAE, 2021-Sep-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates will receive three more A380 aircraft from Airbus this year with its last unit on order scheduled to join its fleet in November, bringing forward the original delivery timeline from June 2022. All three new A380s to be delivered will be fitted out with Emirates’ much… Read the full press release

Emirates will be offering extra baggage for travel to Beirut

Dubai, UAE, 2021-Aug-26 — /Travel PR News/ — In a move to support its Lebanese customers, communities and diaspora around the world, Emirates will be offering extra baggage for travel to Beirut from around its network, starting this week until 30 September 2021*. With Lebanon experiencing a severe shortage of essential goods and medicines, Emirates customers… Read the full press release

Emirates offers UAE Travellers chance to plan that perfect escape to the Seychelles

Dubai, UAE, 2021-Aug-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates is offering UAE nationals and residents a chance to plan that perfect escape to the Seychelles. Book now and unwind at some of the world’s most beautiful resorts with spectacular white beaches or enjoy its diverse marine life and everything in between. Economy Class passengers can… Read the full press release

Emirates announces Newcastle service restart and increased frequencies to multiple European cities

DUBAI, UAE, 2021-Aug-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates is scaling up services with additional route resumptions and more flights across its European network, responding to the easing of international entry protocols and an upsurge in passenger demand. With clear signals that passenger confidence for international travel is returning, the airline is advancing its plans… Read the full press release

Emirates signs interline agreement with Cemair

Cemair becomes Emirates’ fourth airline partner in South Africa, expanding customer options beyond two of its gateways Dubai, UAE, 2021-Aug-26 — /Travel PR News/ — In a move to support the ramp up of operations after boosting its passenger services to South Africa, Emirates has signed an interline agreement with Cemair that opens up connections… Read the full press release

Emirates: More than 24 month validity for tickets and extension of waiver until 31 May 2022

Emirates raising industry benchmark on turnaround speed for refunds to customers DUBAI, UAE, 2021-Aug-26 — /Travel PR News/ — In the ever-evolving travel landscape, Emirates continues to prioritise choice and flexibility for its customers to help them make the most of the changes that come their way. Since March 2020, the airline has helped over 2 million… Read the full press release

Emirates announces codeshare agreement with Azul Linhas Aereas Brasileiras S.A

Codeshare flights to facilitate seamless connectivity to and from eight points in Brazil Dubai/ Sao Paulo, 2021-Aug-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates has signed a codeshare agreement with Azul Linhas Aereas Brasileiras S.A (Azul) which will allow customers to seamlessly connect to and from eight cities in Brazil to Emirates’ global network via Sao… Read the full press release

Emirates recognised with three gold RoSPA awards for its outstanding ground transport services

Dubai, UAE, 2021-Aug-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates, renowned for its world-leading air transport services, has also been recognised for its outstanding ground transport services with three gold citations from the RoSPA awards. The only airline to have achieved an award two years in a row, the Emirates team took gold awards in three… Read the full press release

Emirates unveils special liveries commemorating UAE’s Golden Jubilee

Dubai, UAE, 2021-Aug-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates is marking the UAE’s 50th anniversary by unveiling special liveries on its Airbus A380s and Boeing 777-300ERs commemorating the nation’s Golden Jubilee. The aircraft will be emblazoned with a bespoke ‘United Arab Emirates 50’ design, denoting the Golden anniversary of Emirates’ home and hub, the UAE. The new… Read the full press release

Emirates announces expanded codeshare agreement with Airlink

Seamless connections from South Africa as both airlines increase cooperation for easier travel options Dubai, UAE, 2021-Aug-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates and Airlink have announced the expansion of their existing partnership into a unilateral codeshare agreement, giving travellers to and from South Africa convenient access to more than 40 domestic and regional destinations… Read the full press release

Emirates Skywards offers members easy access to customized rewards and privileges through “Skywards+”

The loyalty programme has launched a global, online subscription platform to offer members easy access to additional privileges throughout the year. Dubai, UAE, 2021-Aug-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates Skywards, the award-winning loyalty programme of Emirates and flydubai, has launched an online subscription platform “Skywards+” to offer its 27 million members easy access to customized rewards… Read the full press release

Emirates scales up its operations as travel restrictions continue to ease

Airline to operate 73 weekly flights to four gateways in the UK by mid-October with recent placement of UAE on amber list London Heathrow operations restored to six daily flights by October Restoration and scaling-up of operations across 29 cities on close to 270 flights in line with demand, another milestone in airline’s recovery DUBAI, UAE, 2021-Aug-12… Read the full press release

Emirates launches exclusive offer for an exciting World Expo experience

Added-value offers for travelers visiting and connecting in Dubai to experience the highly-anticipated World Expo Safe and stress-free travel to the vibrant and cosmopolitan city in the UAE’s ‘Year of the 50th’ UAE residents planning a return journey to Dubai during Expo period are eligible for the offer Dubai, UAE, 2021-Aug-11 — /Travel PR News/… Read the full press release

Emirates updates free baggage policy in all its African destinations

Dubai, UAE, 2021-Aug-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates customers flying to and from any of the airline’s destinations in Africa can now pack in more into their trips. Effective 9 August 2021, customers travelling in First and Business class on any Africa route can check in up to 64kgs of free baggage (two pieces… Read the full press release

Emirates Skywards launches special offer allowing members to earn a “Mile-A-Minute in Dubai”

The loyalty programme has launched a special offer allowing members to earn a “Mile-A-Minute in Dubai” as the city gears up to host Expo 2020, and as the UAE celebrates its Golden Jubilee The offer is valid on all Emirates flight tickets purchased between 1 August and 31 March, for travel between 1 October and… Read the full press release

Emirates and Aeromar announce interline partnership

Seamless connectivity to and from 12 destinations in Mexico and the United States via Mexico City to Emirates’ global network Dubai/ Mexico City, 2021-Aug-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates and Aeromar have announced that they have entered into an interline partnership which will provide seamless connectivity for customers between destinations in Mexico and United… Read the full press release

Travel to quarantine-free destinations with Emirates

Airline flying close to 40 popular quarantine-free destinations Dubai, UAE, 2021-Jul-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Travellers who have procrastinated making plans for the summer or who are still pondering where to take their long-awaited holiday now have the opportunity to book travel to quarantine-free destinations with Emirates. Customers can book their summer holiday with… Read the full press release

Emirates launches first passenger flight to Miami

Dubai, UAE, 2021-Jul-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates has taken off to Miami, marking the airline’s first passenger flight to the coastal metropolis, its second point in Florida, and the airline’s first new destination launched since the pandemic. Emirates flight EK213 departed at 0310hrs local time this morning. The new four times a week service to… Read the full press release

Emirates SkyCargo to fly 247 horses from Liege to Tokyo

On Emirates SkyCargo’s modern and efficient Boeing 777 freighter aircraft capable of transporting around 100 tonnes of cargo per flight, it takes only eight flights to move 247 horses in 131 specially designed horse stalls, 59 grooms to look after the horses, 100 tonnes of special equipment and most importantly 20 tonnes of food and… Read the full press release

Emirates to restart services to Mauritius from 15 July

Emirates will operate two weekly flights to Mauritius starting 15 July. The airline will deploy its iconic Emirates A380 aircraft to the popular Indian Ocean destination from 1 August. Dubai, UAE, 2021-Jul-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates has announced it will restart passenger services to Mauritius this summer with two weekly flights from 15… Read the full press release

Emirates launches more flights to Germany, Switzerland and Austria

Emirates is flying close to 40 cities, with no quarantine, convenient flights and better fares Dubai, UAE, 2021-Jul-08 — /Travel PR News/ — As demand for summer travel kicks into high gear, Emirates customers have more to look forward to with popular destinations in Europe opening up for quarantine-free travel. Germany, Austria and Switzerland have… Read the full press release

Emirates launches new account-based payment method Emirates Pay

Dubai, UAE, 2021-Jul-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates has announced the launch of Emirates Pay, a new account-based payment method for purchasing air tickets. Emirates Pay is now available for Emirates customers in Germany and the UK who are purchasing tickets via emirates.com. Emirates is the world’s first airline to launch this payment alternative… Read the full press release

Emirates Holidays launches new packages for stress-free travel experience

New packages offer a speedy, safe and hassle-free experience through every airport touchpoint DUBAI, UAE, 2021-Jul-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates Holidays customers visiting Dubai who want to jump straight into their long-awaited stay, and Dubai residents seeking to expedite their return journey for stress-free travel can now upgrade their airport experience and have… Read the full press release