Emirates leads as largest Airbus A380 operator; other major carriers maintain significant fleets

Emirates continues to operate the largest fleet of Airbus A380 aircraft in 2025, with 118 jets. The airline uses a hub-and-spoke model centered at Dubai International Airport and deploys the A380 on high-demand, long-haul routes. Emirates manages its fleet by rotating aircraft through maintenance and storage, allowing it to adjust capacity seasonally without reducing network coverage. The airline expects to keep these planes in service until at least 2032.

Singapore Airlines remains one of the top operators of the A380, with 12 aircraft. As the original launch customer for the model, Singapore Airlines has upgraded its jets with premium cabins, including private suites and refreshed business class seating. The airline uses the A380 on busy long-haul routes from Singapore Changi International Airport to destinations such as London, Sydney, Frankfurt, and Mumbai.

British Airways also operates 12 Airbus A380s. Ten are currently active while two are undergoing maintenance. These aircraft were delivered between 2013 and 2016 and are considered midlife jets. British Airways uses them primarily for high-traffic routes where additional capacity is needed but has not announced any retirement plans for this fleet.