Quantcast

Emirates adds seven cities to expanding A350 network

These Frequent Fliers Are Done With Loyalty Programs
JetBlue accepting Venmo as payment method for flights purchased through mobile app
United Airlines stock rallies on results, as growing demand wasn’t just about premium seats
American Halts CRJ-200 Operations
Shanghai Airlines to Launch Casablanca Route
Delta employees to receive an average five weeks of pay in annual profit sharing
Akasa Air faces DGCA heat for lapses; warning letter issued to airline's accountable manager
Indigo Eyes European Market Amid Intensifying Competition with Air India
Air India to operate daily Delhi-Prayagraj flights for Maha Kumbh
Engine maker agrees to compensate WizzAir for grounded planes
Turkish Airlines’ flights are riddled with bedbugs, passengers say
British Airways frequent flyers react to Executive Club changes
Inside the short-lived, men-only flights where kids and women were banned but cigar and pipe smoking were rife
China steps up drive to break Boeing, Airbus grip on plane market
Heathrow’s New York service clings to spot in top aviation routes
Airline praises pilots in crash-landing where both died but nearly half the passengers survived
Mexico state airline to buy five Embraer planes next year
A record number of people are expected to fly over the holidays. That's good for travel stocks, but not for passengers.
American Airlines technical issue sparks travel chaos on Christmas Eve as flights heavily delayed after being grounded
Why United Airlines has had such a stellar year despite being Boeing's biggest customer
JetBlue nixing routes between multiple major cities, reducing several others
Airline Stocks Led The Travel Industry's Record 2024 Rally. Here's What's Next.
It’s beginning to look like another record for holiday travel
Qatar Airways cleans up at the World Travel Awards
All of the strikes at European airports this winter – find out if you are affected
Meet the CEO trying to turn around Air India, the 92-year-old airline with a pile of problems
Skiplagging: Unpacking the Risky Travel Trend That Involves Tricking Airlines
Qantas engineers walk off job on one of the busiest travel days of the year
South Korea to safeguard competition after Korean Air, Asiana merger
China Southern returns to Adelaide
Emirates adds seven cities to expanding A350 network
Policy
Webp 5o9ljgjp8hc0ue6by89rsft4nfu0
Adel Ahmad Al Redha Deputy President & Chief Operations Officer | Emirates Airline

Emirates has announced the addition of seven cities to be served by its A350 aircraft as part of its summer schedule. The new destinations include Tunis, Amman, Istanbul, Dammam, Ho Chi Minh City, Baghdad, and Oslo. Additionally, the A350 flight schedule will expand in Bahrain and Kuwait with more daily flights, and Bologna will see an advanced deployment of A350 service.

This expansion marks the debut of the Emirates A350 in Africa and Southeast Asia. Adnan Kazim, Deputy President and Chief Commercial Officer of Emirates Airline said: “Our strategic A350 expansion across diverse geographies in the Middle East/GCC, Europe, Africa and Southeast Asia leverages the aircraft’s operational flexibility and efficiency while offering more customers expanded premium travel options. ”

He added: “The introduction of this aircraft... enables Emirates to maintain a compelling competitive position as the airline of choice for discerning travellers looking for a unique slate of connectivity options. ”

Get the Newsletter
Sign-up to receive weekly round up of news from Sky Industry News
By submitting, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. By providing your phone number you are opting in and consenting to receive recurring SMS/MMS messages, including automated texts, to that number from our short code. Msg & data rates may apply. Reply HELP for help, STOP to end. SMS opt-in will not be sold, rented, or shared.

The latest additions to the Emirates A350 fleet will begin scheduled operations as follows:

- Tunis: Six times weekly (except Tuesday) on EK 747/748 from June 1.

- Amman: Daily on EK 905/906 from June 1.

- Istanbul: Daily on EK 117/118 from July 1.

- Dammam: Daily on EK827/828 from July 1.

- Ho Chi Minh City: Daily on EK364/365 from August 1.

- Baghdad: Three times weekly (Monday, Wednesday and Sunday) on EK941/942 from August

3.

- Oslo: Daily on EK159/160 from September

In addition to these new cities, Bahrain will become nearly an all-A350 operation with a third daily flight added from June .6 Kuwait will receive a second daily A350 flight starting October .8 Bologna's first A350 service is scheduled for June , one month ahead of plan.

Emirates flights to these destinations are now available for booking through emirates.com, the Emirates App or via travel agents.

The Emirates A350 features three cabin classes accommodating up to passengers: Business Class lie-flat seats configured in with mini-bar access; Premium Economy seats; and Economy Class seats with generous pitch. Cutting-edge tech includes wireless charging in Business Class electric window blinds touchscreen call bell buttons digital inflight menus USB C charging ports Bluetooth connections cinematic displays with K HDR resolution among others.

For further details visit the Emirates A newsroom page.

Organizations Included in this History
More News

London Heathrow, recognized as Europe's busiest airport, will soon experience an increase in its flight offerings by Oman Air.

Sep 2, 2025

Minneapolis–St. Paul International Airport will commence safety and airfield improvement projects on Runway 12R-30L in two distinct phases throughout 2025.

Aug 22, 2025

Delta Air Lines is adjusting its service between Atlanta and Anchorage, extending flights beyond the summer travel season to a year-round offering.

May 15, 2025

In December 2022, Southwest Airlines faced a major crisis as operational challenges led to the cancellation of 16,900 flights, affecting nearly two million passengers during a peak travel period.

Apr 19, 2025

Harrison Ford, an acclaimed actor known for roles such as Han Solo in "Star Wars" and Indiana Jones, is also a noted aviation enthusiast.

Apr 19, 2025

Iberia Airlines has confirmed a notable shift in its flight schedule connecting Madrid and Dallas/Fort Worth, introducing its first overnight service from Europe to the US.

Apr 19, 2025