Emirates, a global leader in aviation, announced a significant enhancement to its fleet with the introduction of the Airbus A350, starting September 2024. The airline’s bold move to integrate ten A350s by March 2025 marks a strategic expansion to nine key destinations, promising a transformative travel experience.
With Bahrain slated as the inaugural destination, this rollout sets a new benchmark in regional air travel. Each A350 aircraft will feature three cabin classes—32 cutting-edge Business Class seats, 21 Premium Economy seats, and 259 Economy Class seats—catering to various passenger needs with spacious and luxurious accommodations.
Emirates’ first introduction of Premium Economy on Middle East/GCC routes reflects its commitment to elevating passenger comfort and options. By February 2025, this service will be available to 42 destinations, significantly enhancing the airline’s service quality.
Adnan Kazim, Deputy President and Chief Commercial Officer of Emirates, emphasized the A350’s impact, stating, “The A350 will be a game-changer for Emirates, enabling us to serve regional points with superior operating efficiency and flexibility across the Middle East and GCC, West Asia, and Europe.” He further highlighted the integration of advanced cabin products and top-notch in-flight entertainment technologies that align with Emirates’ ongoing commitment to providing exceptional customer experiences.
The deployment schedule for the A350 includes daily services to Bahrain starting September 15, with an increased frequency planned for November. The aircraft will also service other key cities in the Middle East, like Kuwait and Muscat, along with essential destinations in West Asia, such as Mumbai and Ahmedabad, and extend to Colombo from January 2025.
In Europe, cities like Lyon, Bologna, and Edinburgh will also benefit from the A350 services starting December 2024 and November 2024, respectively, enhancing connectivity and offering Emirates customers more travel options.
Furthermore, Emirates has positioned the A350 at the heart of its future growth strategy, aligning with Dubai’s D33 economic agenda to expand its global trade connections. With 65 A350-900s on order, the airline is poised for significant expansion, aiming to add 400 cities to Dubai’s foreign trade map over the next decade.
Customers can now book their flights to these new A350 destinations through the Emirates website, mobile app, or travel agents. They can look forward to experiencing the A350’s spacious and quiet cabin, designed with high ceilings, expansive bin space, and customised mood lighting to enhance comfort and minimize jet lag.
This strategic expansion solidifies Emirates’ position as a global aviation industry leader. It enhances its commitment to improving the travel experience, ensuring that Emirates remains the airline of choice for international travellers.
Written by: Christine Nguyen
