Emirates is working to contain the impact of rising jet fuel prices on airfares, the airline said Tuesday, as disruptions to global energy supplies push fuel costs higher. Adnan Kazim, Emirates’ Deputy President and Chief Commercial Officer, said the Dubai-based carrier has hedged about half of its fuel requirements, giving it protection from part of […]
Travel Radar•Maria Facio17 Sept
Emirates has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Medical Tourism Association (MTA) as it seeks to expand its presence in the growing medical tourism sector. The agreement was signed on the sidelines of ATM 2026. It forms part of Emirates' efforts to diversify beyond traditional leisure and business travel by building a long-term relationship with an organisation focused on international healthcare travel. The partnership also aligns with Dubai's position as a healthcare, wellness and medical tourism destination and Emirates' global network of nearly 140 destinations. Adnan Kazim, Emirates’ Deputy President and Chief Commercial Officer, said: “Healthcare is among the most important reasons people travel internationally and is growing significantly. Our newly established partnership with MTA positions Emirates where premium demand is heading, and our network and superior products both onboard and on the ground provide a natural platform to serve these travellers. The insights we gain from working with MTA will also help us develop product propositions that are genuinely tailored to how these travellers plan, book and experience their journeys.” Jonathan Edelheit, CEO and Founder of the Medical Tourism Association, said the partnership could help connect international patients with accredited healthcare providers through the organisation’s network and platforms. Medical Tourism Association: an airline first Emirates’ partnership with the Medical Tourism Association, a non-profit organisation focused on the medical tourism industry, aims to support the development of medical, wellness and longevity travel as a customer segment for the airline. Under the agreement, Emirates will serve as MTA’s preferred airline partner for international medical and wellness travellers. The organisations will work to identify key markets and medical travel corridors, particularly across Africa, Asia and the Middle East. They will also explore tailored travel solutions and customer services for patients, referring physicians, insurers and employers. The agreement also includes collaboration with healthcare providers accredited by Global Healthcare Accreditation (GHA). Emirates and MTA plan to work on industry initiatives, knowledge-sharing and market intelligence aimed at better understanding opportunities in the medical travel sector. The partnership also supports Emirates’ goal of becoming the world’s first GHA-accredited airline. MTA’s network includes healthcare providers, employers, insurers and industry stakeholders across more than 100 countries. As part of the partnership, Emirates and MTA will explore ways to help travellers identify accredited providers, coordinate treatment and travel arrangements, and make secure cross-border payments, with the aim of creating a more seamless medical travel experience.
Dubai: Emirates Airline is seeing strong booking momentum heading into the winter season, with demand matching or exceeding last year's levels in several markets, according to Adnan Kazim, Emirates' Deputy President and Chief Commercial Officer. Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026 in Dubai, Kazim said booking trends over the past three weeks have been positive, with demand remaining strong for both transit passengers and visitors travelling directly to Dubai. He said Dubai continues to benefit from its busy calendar of events and activities, particularly during the winter season, helping sustain strong tourism demand. Kazim also confirmed that Emirates continues to recruit employees and has not halted hiring. He said the airline's growth plans and the addition of new aircraft require recruitment across specialised fields, with hiring continuing in line with operational requirements. According to Kazim, several markets are recording particularly strong demand, including the UK, China, India, Pakistan and a number of African countries. He also highlighted strong performance in North and South America, particularly Brazil and Argentina, where flights are operating at high load factors. He noted that Emirates achieved seat occupancy rates of between 75% and 77% during the recent summer season, describing the performance as an excellent result despite travel restrictions that affected parts of the region. Kazim said the airline's previously announced figure of 8.6 million passengers carried during July and August reflected the strength of both the Emirates and Dubai brands, adding that booking volumes continue to increase on a weekly basis. He expressed confidence that winter demand could match or exceed summer levels, noting that December is traditionally one of the strongest periods of the year, supported by major events taking place in Dubai. Emirates has already added flights on several routes for the winter season, which Kazim said will help attract additional tourist traffic. Regarding passenger flows, he said around 70% of Emirates passengers currently travel in transit through Dubai, while 30% are travelling to the emirate as their final destination. He said one of the airline's objectives is to convert more transit passengers into visitors by encouraging them to spend time in Dubai. Kazim revealed that Emirates plans to announce new promotional initiatives after Arabian Travel Market aimed at boosting winter tourism to Dubai, targeting both direct visitors and transit passengers. He also highlighted strong booking activity for October, particularly during the final 10 days of the month, which coincide with mid-term school holidays. Kazim said the airline expects strong visitor flows from the UK and other European markets during that period, while outbound travel demand from the UAE is also expected to remain robust, mainly to destinations within four to five hours' flying time. Looking ahead, he said Emirates will continue expanding its network and adding flights, while increasing the number of Airbus A350 aircraft in its fleet from 30 currently to 36 by the end of the year. The additional six A350s will be deployed on routes across the network and support further capacity growth. Kazim added that Emirates is preparing to announce new destinations for the summer 2027 season, noting that the airline is currently receiving approximately one A350 aircraft per month. He also expressed optimism about the expected arrival of Boeing 777X aircraft in summer 2027, saying the new fleet additions will provide fresh momentum for the airline's growth plans.
Dubai: Emirates Airline is considering converting its order for Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft to Boeing 777X jets as it reassesses fleet requirements amid ongoing delays to the 787 programme. Adel Al Redha, Deputy President and Chief Operating Officer of Emirates, said the option of converting the order remains under consideration given the delays affecting the aircraft. Emirates currently has 35 Boeing 787s on order, comprising 20 Boeing 787-8s and 15 Boeing 787-10s. Speaking on the sidelines of Arabian Travel Market 2026, Al Redha said the airline is reviewing its plans in light of delivery schedules and cabin outfitting requirements, particularly as it expects to begin receiving Boeing 777X aircraft from the middle of next year. He noted that the Airbus A350, which is already entering service with Emirates, offers seating capacity and range capabilities similar to those of the Boeing 787. “The option of converting to the 777X remains on the table,” Al Redha said. “Everything is possible and we will discuss everything in this regard with the manufacturer.” He added that Emirates has two options: proceed with deliveries of the Boeing 787 according to a revised schedule agreed with Boeing or convert the order to Boeing 777X aircraft. According to Al Redha, discussions between Emirates and Boeing regarding the 787 order are expected to become clearer within the next two months, after which the airline will decide on its preferred course of action. If Emirates proceeds with the 787 order, he said deliveries are not expected to begin before the end of 2029. The review comes as Emirates continues expanding and modernising its wide-body fleet through the delivery of Airbus A350 aircraft and the anticipated arrival of Boeing 777X jets as part of its long-term growth strategy.
Emirates has signed three new destination partnerships and expanded collaborations with travel technology platforms, cruise operators, business councils and banking partners. The agreements aim to broaden the airline's customer reach and develop targeted offerings for different traveller segments. Emirates and the Mozambique National Agency for Tourism Development and Investment, Public Fund (ANDITUR) have partnered to support the growth of international tourism to Mozambique. The agreement will see the partners explore opportunities to promote Mozambique to travellers in key markets and strengthen connectivity through airline partnerships across Africa. With more than 2,500 kilometres of coastline, Mozambique is known for its beach destinations, ocean activities, cultural experiences, cuisine and vibrant cities, offering a diverse range of attractions for international visitors. Emirates and the Kenya Tourism Board (KTB) have signed a partnership agreement to support the growth of inbound tourism to Kenya. Already one of the most popular destinations on the airline's Africa network, Kenya is expected to benefit from joint efforts to attract visitors from both emerging and established markets. Tourism remains a key pillar of Kenya's economy, supporting jobs and attracting millions of visitors each year. The Kenya Tourism Board aims to position the country as Africa's leading tourism destination through a year-round calendar of diverse, sustainable and authentic experiences. Emirates and Alibaba Fliggy, one of China's largest online travel agencies, have signed an MoU to strengthen their strategic partnership in China. The collaboration will combine Emirates' global network with Alibaba Fliggy's digital travel platform. Areas of cooperation include co-branded marketing campaigns, customer engagement initiatives and potential integration opportunities between Emirates Skywards and Alibaba Fliggy's membership ecosystem. The partnership aims to increase brand visibility, stimulate travel demand and deliver more personalised travel experiences for Chinese consumers. Emirates and MSC Cruises have signed an MoU that expands their long-standing partnership across fly-cruise distribution, air-sea product integration, crew travel and customer loyalty initiatives. The agreement builds on more than a decade of collaboration. Under the latest MoU, Emirates and MSC Cruises will expand fly-cruise distribution across the Emirates network in line with MSC Cruises' seasonal homeport strategy. The partners will develop through-fares and open-jaw itineraries, and review gateway markets for additional opportunities. They will also create tailored products for MSC Grand Voyages and repositioning cruises, using the Emirates network to provide seamless one-way travel options. In addition, Emirates and MSC Cruises will explore extending Dubai's Port Rashid model to other cruise ports. Areas of cooperation include terminal check-in, through-baggage solutions, coordinated transfers, and joint protocols for disruption management and passenger repatriation. The partnership will also expand cooperation on crew mobility. Emirates and MSC Cruises will work together on seafarer rotations, with Emirates serving as a preferred carrier. The arrangement includes dedicated crew fares, enhanced baggage allowances and specialised services tailored to seafarers. Emirates has signed an agreement with the Finnish Business Council (FBC), a non-profit organisation supporting Finnish businesses and professionals in the UAE. The partnership aims to strengthen Emirates' engagement with the Finnish business community, particularly ahead of the launch of the direct Dubai-Helsinki service on 1 October. Emirates will provide FBC members with exclusive benefits, while the council will facilitate engagement between the airline and its members. Emirates has also partnered with the Vietnamese Business Council (VNBC), a non-profit organisation supporting Vietnamese businesses and professionals in the UAE. The agreement aims to strengthen ties with the Vietnamese business community and follows the announcement of additional services to Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City this winter. Under the partnership, VNBC members will receive exclusive Emirates benefits, while the council will support engagement opportunities between the airline and its network. Emirates has partnered with Cutting Edge, a travel management company specialising in international sports tourism, to develop tailored travel packages for fans attending major sporting events around the world. Combining Emirates' network of nearly 140 destinations with Cutting Edge's access to cricket, football, motorsports, golf and tennis events, the partnership will offer end-to-end travel experiences linked to Emirates sponsorships and other key sporting fixtures. Emirates Holidays, the tour operating arm of Emirates Airline, and the Spain Tourism Office have signed an MoU to support inbound tourism to Spain. The partnership aims to encourage more travellers from Emirates' Middle East network to visit Spain through Emirates Holidays packages. The partnership will see Emirates Holidays and the Spain Tourism Office explore initiatives to increase destination awareness in key Middle East markets and drive package holiday bookings. These include integrated marketing campaigns, seasonal promotions and holiday packages combining Emirates flights with accommodation, local experiences and additional traveller benefits. Emirates Skywards and Emirates Islamic have strengthened their long-standing partnership by renewing their strategic agreement at ATM. The renewed agreement focuses on product innovation and enhancing benefits for Emirates Islamic Skywards co-branded cardholders. The partnership, which spans 18 years, now includes three Emirates Skywards co-branded cards, including the Emirates Islamic Skywards Black Card, as well as a co-branded savings account, salary transfer proposition and miles exchange product. The partnership began with the launch of the Emirates Islamic Skywards Card in 2008, the region's first Islamic co-branded airline credit card. It combined Emirates Islamic's Shariah-compliant banking services with the Emirates Skywards loyalty programme. Under the 2026 agreement, the partners will continue to focus on product innovation and enhanced benefits for co-branded cardholders, further strengthening the offering for Emirates Islamic customers.
Emirates Skywards, the award-winning loyalty programme of Emirates (www.Emirates.com) and flydubai, is giving members more reasons to plan their next getaway, with the chance to earn double Skywards Miles on eligible Emirates and flydubai flights across their global networks. From 15 to 30 September 2026, members must register for the offer (https://apo-opa.co/3Twl99S)and book an eligible Emirates or flydubai flight for travel until 30 November 2026 and then earn 100% bonus Skywards Miles on top of the Miles they would normally earn. The offer spans the extensive networks of both airlines and is available across all eligible cabins including Emirates’ increasingly popular Premium Economy experience, as well as Economy Class, Business Class and First Class. On flydubai, members can earn double Miles when travelling in Economy Class or Business Class.
Emirates and the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on key initiatives supporting Dubai’s ambition to become a leading global destination for higher education, international students and lifelong learning. The partnership supports the goals of Dubai’s Education 33 (E33) strategy by improving student accessibility, strengthening international connectivity, and promoting the City of Students game changer and Study Dubai programme in key global markets. The MoU was signed on the sidelines of Arabian Travel Market 2026 by Adnan Kazim, Emirates’ Deputy President and Chief Commercial Officer, and Dr Wafi Dawood, CEO of the Strategic Development Sector at KHDA. Under the agreement, Emirates will develop travel programmes offering a range of benefits and privileges to students enrolled at KHDA-regulated private higher education institutions. The Emirates-KHDA student package will include specially tailored fares, additional baggage allowances, and greater flexibility when booking travel to and from Dubai across the Emirates network. Faculty and teaching staff will also receive travel benefits through the Emirates Academic Programme. In addition, the airline will provide dedicated travel support for students in the Hamdan bin Mohammed Scholarship Programme. Emirates will also participate in Study Dubai student recruitment missions and international promotional events alongside KHDA, the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism, and TECOM Group. The initiative aims to promote Dubai as an attractive study destination in key markets across the Emirates network. The two organisations will also share insights on international student travel patterns and coordinate efforts to market Dubai as a leading higher education destination. Adnan Kazim, Emirates’ Deputy President and Chief Commercial Officer, said: “Emirates is proud to support KHDA’s efforts in positioning Dubai as a top global destination for students to pursue higher education. Global connectivity, a compelling value proposition and promotional efforts will underpin that goal. Our network of nearly 140 destinations puts us in a strong position to attract more students and bring them and their families to Dubai throughout the year. It also helps us build lasting relationships with younger travellers that extend beyond graduation. By keeping Dubai among the world’s most connected cities, Emirates supports Dubai’s Economic Agenda (D33) across tourism, trade, logistics and now education.” Dr Wafi Dawood, CEO of the Strategic Development Sector at KHDA, said: “Attracting and retaining global talent is central to the vision of the E33 strategy. This partnership with Emirates supports that ambition by making Dubai more accessible and attractive to students worldwide. Through enhanced travel benefits, greater flexibility and improved connectivity, we are helping create a seamless learning journey from enrolment to graduation. Emirates’ global network will also strengthen the reach of the Study Dubai programme and help connect with prospective students in key international markets. Together, we are creating a more connected and rewarding student experience.” Education is a key pillar of Dubai’s Economic Agenda (D33) and is delivered through the Education 33 (E33) strategy. Under its City of Students initiative, E33 aims to increase the proportion of international students in Dubai’s higher education institutions to 50 per cent by 2033. The strategy also seeks to place Dubai among the world’s top 10 student cities and increase education tourism tenfold. Emirates has also signed an MoU with the International Consultants for Education and Fairs (ICEF), a leading B2B network in international education, becoming its preferred airline for education travel. The agreement was signed on the sidelines of ATM. ICEF operates in more than 100 countries and connects accredited education agencies with institutions worldwide through events, training programmes and market intelligence platforms, including ICEF Monitor. Emirates has also signed an MoU with the International Consultants for Education and Fairs (ICEF) becoming its preferred airline for education travel. (Supplied) Under the partnership, Emirates and ICEF will collaborate on dedicated travel programmes for ICEF-accredited agencies and their student clients travelling across the airline’s network. The two sides will also explore booking support and account management services for ICEF member organisations. The partnership includes co-branded campaigns targeting international students and education professionals, as well as Emirates’ participation in major ICEF events in Berlin, Dubai and the United States, strengthening the airline’s profile within the global education sector. The agreement also covers training and market intelligence. Emirates will participate in ICEF Academy programmes for education agents, share insights on student travel and destination trends, and contribute to ICEF conferences through speaking engagements and industry partnership opportunities. Together, the partnerships reinforce Dubai’s position as a global education hub and a natural gateway for students travelling between their home countries and campuses around the world.
Emirates has closed the summer season ahead of expectations and enters winter with strong booking momentum across a broadening range of markets, as the airline continues to invest in its fleet and industry-leading products, in its global network, and in offering customers greater booking flexibility and comprehensive travel cover. Between July and August, Emirates carried more than 8.6 million passengers, maintaining healthy seat load factors across its network. The airline is currently operating at around 93% of its pre-disruption capacity, with demand continuing to build as the winter travel season approaches.
⚽️ Carabao Cup news, 8pm BST kick-off at Portman Road ⚽️ Live scoreboard | Send your thoughts to Taha via email I’ve just remembered that I was present to watch Ipswich’s League Cup exit last year. In the last 30 years, Ipswich have faced Arsenal six times in the league and failed to win a single game. The League Cup, though? That’s brought some joy for the Tractor Boys. There was a 2-1 third-round win for the visitors at Highbury in November 2000 (let me know if you remember that one well). A more significant occasion arrived a decade later, when they met in the semi-finals and Tamas Priskin scored the only goal in the first leg at Portman Road. But Arsenal triumphed 3-0 at the Emirates, reaching a final they ended up losing to Birmingham City, Obafemi Martins nabbing the winner at Wembley. Even I would’ve scored from there . Continue reading...
The Guardian•Taha Hashim15 Sept
Emirates has signed eleven partnership agreements on the second day of Arabian Travel Market in Dubai, deepening its collaboration with seven destinations and opening access to and supporting new customer segments across its global network, as well as expanding codeshare agreements for deeper cooperation with partner airlines. His Excellency Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, UAE Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, visited Emirates' stand during the second day of ATM, touring the airline’s product showcases on display. He was briefed by senior Emirates leadership on the airline's latest cabin innovations and passenger experience enhancements. Emirates and the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau (SLTPB) have renewed their partnership, building on a collaboration first established in 2022. Under the terms of the agreement, Emirates will continue to draw on its network of almost 140 destinations to promote Sri Lanka to global audiences and support the growth of visitor arrivals. The country welcomed more than 2.3 million international tourists last year, a 15.1 percent increase on the two million recorded the previous year. Emirates and SLTPB work together on a range of initiatives including marketing campaigns, tailored excursions, trade incentives and familiarisation trips designed to showcase the island nation across key feeder markets, along with developing special packages. Emirates and Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to boost visitor arrivals and stimulate traffic to the emirate from select markets within the airline’s network. RAKTDA and Emirates will work closely to explore implementing promotional activities including joint marketing and advertising, trade and media familiarisation programmes, with RAKTDA supporting visits through curated ground experiences that showcase the destination, in addition to multi-market campaign activities in Ras Al Khaimah’s target markets. Both parties will explore developing bespoke products and packages for Emirates customers, to be promoted directly through 'Dubai Experience' on the airline's website, alongside incentives for tour operators and the wider travel trade – enabling tourists to explore the full range of activities and experiences the UAE has to offer. Emirates and Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) have signed a new MoU to strengthen tourism promotion and further encourage travel between Japan, Dubai, and the wider Middle East. Emirates continues to invest in Japan through direct services to Narita, Haneda, and Kansai, with operations expected to reach 28 weekly flights in October 2026. The airline has also increased capacity through A380 deployments, introduced Chauffeur-Drive services at Narita and Kansai airports and opened a Travel Store in Osaka. The renewed partnership aims to raise awareness of Japan, meet growing travel demand, and deepen connections between the regions. Building on years of highly successful collaborations, Emirates and the Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC) have renewed their partnership to jointly support the growth of inbound tourism to the archipelago nation from across the airline's global network. The strategic partnership underscores Emirates' commitment to promoting tourism to the idyllic destination, which has been part of its West Asia and Indian Ocean network since 1987. Air arrivals to the Maldives rose almost ten percent last year, reaching 2.25 million, according to the Ministry of Tourism and Environment's Tourism Statistics 2025 report. Emirates has supported this growth drawing on its network of almost 140 destinations to attract visitors from key markets including the US, UK and Russia. Emirates has signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoU) with the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) to strengthen support for Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) and their families. The partnership will explore collaboration between the two parties in the areas of welfare and social protection, repatriation assistance, reintegration and livelihood, CSR, and community engagement, including support for OWWA outreach activities across the Middle East. The collaboration underscores Emirates’ recognition of the significant contribution Filipino workers make to Dubai and the UAE. The partnership comes at a time when the welfare of Filipino workers abroad has moved further into focus. According to the Philippine Statistics Authority's 2024 Survey on Overseas Filipinos, the UAE is now the second-largest destination for Filipino workers globally, home to an estimated 271,000 OFWs[1]. Cash remittances from the UAE reflect this scale, reaching US$750.3 million in the first half of 2026, up 4.3% from US$719.6 million in the same period last year, per Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas data[2]. Emirates and Sharjah Police have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to formalise a partnership that includes exclusive travel-related benefits for Sharjah Police employees and support for their events. Sharjah Police will promote Emirates across its communication channels and events, strengthening collaboration, employee engagement, and brand visibility for both organisations. The MoU was signed by Adnan Kazim, Emirates’ Deputy President and Chief Commercial Officer and Major General Dr. Ali Ahmed Bu Al Zoud, Director General of the General Department of Resources and Support Services. Emirates and DERTOUR Group are expanding their long-standing partnership across Europe. The agreement will strengthen group-level cooperation, broaden the availability of Emirates products across DERTOUR’s sales channels, accelerate New Distribution Capability adoption, and provide customers with enhanced content and booking options. The partnership will also focus on premium leisure travel by developing exclusive experiences, supporting travel advisors, coordinating marketing and communications, and pursuing growth opportunities in Central, Eastern, and Northern Europe. Emirates has signed strategic partnerships with Bologna Welcome and Parma Welcome to promote Italy's Emilia-Romagna region to international travellers. Through coordinated marketing campaigns, trade engagement, media outreach and familiarisation trips, the collaboration with two respective parties aims to raise awareness of the region's rich cultural heritage, world-renowned gastronomy, lifestyle experiences and business offerings. Emirates signed an MoU with Cisalpina Tours, one of Italy's leading travel management companies, expanding a long-standing relationship into a dedicated framework for marine crew movements, one of the industry’s most specialised travel segments. Part of MSC Group, a global cruise and shipping operator and a longstanding Emirates partner, Cisalpina brings more than 50 years of experience and direct access to maritime expertise, managing cruise crew traffic and marine logistics alongside its corporate travel and MICE business. Building on years of collaboration, the agreement positions Emirates as a preferred airline partner for marine crew travel and the mobility business and sets out a framework for the two companies to pursue joint commercial opportunities across the Emirates network. Both parties will explore ways to combine their respective strengths in crew travel solutions and share market insights on crew travel flows, port developments and broader industry shifts to guide joint planning. Growing airline partnerships Kuwait Airways and Emirates have signed a Memorandum of Understanding expand their existing interline partnership into a reciprocal codeshare. Under the new arrangement, Kuwait Airways customers will gain access to a wider range of destinations through Emirates' network via Dubai, with the ability to book multi-sector journeys on a single ticket and enjoy through-checked baggage to their final destination. Emirates customers will benefit reciprocally from Kuwait Airways' services and network.
Faye Carruthers and Suzanne Wrack are joined by Marva Kreel and Chris Paouros to discuss the weekend’s WSL action On the podcast today: Faye Carruthers and Suzanne Wrack are joined by Marva Kreel and Chris Paouros to discuss the weekend’s WSL action. Chelsea hit five goals past Manchester United with five different goalscorers. Crystal Palace show they are not here to just make up the numbers as they earn a point against Arsenal at the Emirates – but will draws prove costly for Reneé Slegers’ side once again in their quest for the title? Continue reading...
The Guardian•Presented by Faye Carruthers with Suzanne Wrack, Marva Kreel and Chris Paouros. Produced by Sophie Downey and Holly Fisher, and the executive producer is Tayo Popoola15 Sept
Emirates and Al Etihad Payments have signed an agreement to bring Jaywan, the UAE's national card scheme to Emirates, expanding payment options for customers booking travel from Dubai. The agreement was formally signed by Abdulla Al Olama, Vice President Commercial Operations UAE for Emirates and Andrea Cianchetti, Chief Product Officer (CPO) at Al Etihad Payments, witnessed by senior leadership from both organisations. Starting on 16 September 2026, customers can book flights with their Jaywan cards in two ways: Online: At checkout, UAE-based customers can enter their Jaywan card details to complete their booking on emirates.com. In retail stores: Jaywan is accepted at Emirates Retail stores, with physical cards verified by staff before payment and issuance of tickets. Emirates will accept all Jaywan cards, including the Jaywan Royal Debit Card, Jaywan Prestige Debit Card and Jaywan Prepaid Card, with the security and seamless experience customers expect at checkout when booking their travel. Jaywan customers can also enjoy discounts across all cabin classes and most fare types, on both one-way and return fares from Dubai*. The offer is available for bookings made from 16 September 2026 until 31 August 2027, for travel until 29 February 2028. Adnan Kazim, Emirates’ Deputy President and Chief Commercial Officer said: "Emirates already offers UAE customers a broad range of ways to pay for their travel, and Jaywan is now added as a homegrown option that adds further choice and simplicity when booking. It also means more people across the UAE that use Jaywan cards can book with Emirates as easily as they would make any other payment. We've been working with partners across the UAE's digital payments ecosystem to accelerate cashless adoption within travel, and accepting Jaywan is one step further in delivering on our commitment. Our partnership with Al Etihad Payments and Jaywan also plays a part in strengthening the financial infrastructure the UAE is building for the years ahead.” Dr. Tariq Al Hawi, Chief Operating Officer at Al Etihad Payments, said: “Our partnership with Emirates Airlines reinforces Jaywan’s ambition to deliver more than a payment solution by creating tangible value and a seamless experience for every cardholder. The acceptance of Jaywan cards across emirates.com and Emirates’ retail stores gives Jaywan Cardholders greater choice, flexibility and convenience, enabling them to pay seamlessly whether booking online or purchasing in person. Combined with access to exclusive fares across all cabin classes, this partnership demonstrates how Jaywan can connect everyday payments with meaningful benefits and experiences for cardholders.” The agreement builds on Emirates' wider work to expand digital payments in the UAE. In October 2025, the airline signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Dubai Finance to promote the Dubai Cashless Strategy among international visitors, and in July it launched Crypto.com Pay, giving eligible UAE residents another way to pay on emirates.com and the Emirates app. Jaywan is the UAE's domestic card scheme, introduced by Al Etihad Payments for a resilient and robust national payments ecosystem. Created to handle local transactions safely and efficiently, it localises the country's card infrastructure and reinforces national financial sovereignty. Jaywan cards are issued by major banks across the UAE and are accepted by a growing network of merchants spanning ride-hailing and car rentals, restaurants, attractions, healthcare and pharmacies, retail, among other businesses.
Emirates Skywards, the loyalty programme of Emirates and flydubai, is giving members a chance to earn double Skywards Miles on eligible Emirates and flydubai flights across their global networks. From 15 to 30 September 2026, members must register for the offer and book an eligible Emirates or flydubai flight for travel until 30 November 2026 and then earn 100% bonus Skywards Miles on top of the Miles they would normally earn. The offer spans the extensive networks of both airlines and is available across all eligible cabins including Emirates’ increasingly popular Premium Economy experience, as well as Economy Class, Business Class and First Class. On flydubai, members can earn double Miles when travelling in Economy Class or Business Class. More possibilities Whether planning an autumn city break, visiting friends and family, travelling for business or escaping for a well-earned holiday, members can boost their Skywards Miles balance simply by registering, booking and flying during the promotional period. The bonus Miles can bring members closer to their next reward, with Skywards Miles redeemable on an extensive range of flight and lifestyle rewards. To take advantage of the offer, Emirates Skywards members need to register between 15 and 30 September 2026 and book an eligible Emirates or flydubai ticket during the same period. Travel must be completed between 15 September and 30 November 2026. Customers who are not yet members can also join Emirates Skywards during the promotional period, register for the offer and start earning towards future rewards. Explore the world Together, Emirates and flydubai offer customers extensive connectivity from Dubai to destinations across six continents, giving Skywards members even more opportunities to earn and spend Miles as they travel. The double Miles offer applies to eligible Emirates ‘Special,’ ‘Saver,’ ‘Flex’ and ‘Flex Plus’ fares across Economy Class, Premium Economy, Business Class and First Class. On flydubai, eligible ‘Lite,’ ‘Value’ and ‘Flex’ Economy Class fares and Business Class fares are included. Members can register for the offer through Emirates or flydubai digital channels. Tickets can be purchased through eligible online and offline sales channels, including travel agents. Emirates Skywards members can spend Miles on flight rewards and upgrades with Emirates and flydubai, as well as a wide range of rewards with the programme's global partners. The offer is available for registration and booking from 15 September until 30 September 2026, for eligible travel completed by 30 November 2026. Terms and conditions apply.
Published at 0100PDT / 0800GMT 15SEP26 Emirates as of yesterday (14SEP26) filed aircraft changes on Dubai – Washington Dulles route, where the airline plans to maintain Boeing 777-300ER operation for the period of 01NOV26 – 27MAR27, instead of Airbus A380. This route is scheduled on daily basis. EK231 DXB0225 – 0810IAD 77W D EK232 IAD1030 – 0815+1DXB 77W D
Emirates sets the standard in this segment.
Published at 1200PDT / 1900GMT 14SEP26 Emirates in the first quarter of 2027 is adjusting operational aircraft on 1 of 4 daily Dubai – London Gatwick route. From 01JAN27 to 27MAR27, EK011/012 is scheduled with 2-class 777-300ER, instead of the 3-class A380. EK011 DXB0250 – 0640LGW 77W D EK015 DXB0740 – 1140LGW 388 D EK009 DXB1425 – 1825LGW 388 D EK069 DXB1705 – 2050LGW 359 D EK012 LGW0940 – 2030DXB 77W D EK016 LGW1335 – 0040+1DXB 388 D EK010 LGW2025 – 0720+1DXB 388 D EK070 LGW2355 – 1100+1DXB 359 D
Emirates carried more than 8.6 million passengers during July and August 2026, performing above expectations and maintaining load factors above 75% across several regions. The airline is operating at approximately 93% of its pre-disruption capacity and reports encouraging winter bookings, particularly from South Africa, Brazil, India, Portugal, Egypt, Ghana, Colombia, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan. Inbound […]
Aviation24.be•André Orban14 Sept
Emirates carried more than 8.6 million passengers in July and August 2026 as the airline accelerates its fleet retrofit programme, expands Premium Economy and prepares to launch flights to Helsinki.
The Dubai-based carrier has reshaped its winter schedules on these key long-haul routes.
Gunners held at Emirates despite 30 attempts on goal Brighton fight back to earn 2-2 draw at Birmingham Arsenal were left to rue 30 missed chances after dropping points in a 0-0 draw against Crystal Palace at the Emirates Stadium. The Gunners hit the target nine times and had almost 80% possession but could not convert their superiority into goals. Promoted Palace put on a resilient performance, with goalkeeper Pauline Peyraud-Magnin batting away attempts from Alessia Russo, Chloe Kelly and Mariona Caldentey to earn another clean sheet. Brighton came from two goals down to snatch a last-minute equaliser at Birmingham City . The promoted hosts took an early lead through Oceane Hurtre, who capitalised on a lapse in concentration from Caitlin Hayes before running into the box and slotting past Chiamaka Nnadozie. Lily Crosthwaite made it two in the second half with a low driven shot across the goalkeeper, but Brighton gathered momentum when Olivia García came off the bench to close the gap in the 77th minute. As Birmingham attempted to hold on for the win, Kiko Seike raced into the box with just a few seconds remaining and made the most of a small gap between Sophie Baggaley and the near post to score. At Goodison Park, Charlton fell to a 1-0 defeat by Everton following an own goal and two red cards. After a goalless first half, things quickly went downhill for the promoted side when Ashleigh Neville saw red for a high boot which caught Ruby Mace. With 13 minutes of normal time to play, the visitors found themselves behind when Holly McNamara’s cross deflected off the leg of Leighanne Robe and into the net. In the latter stages, Charlton went down to nine players after substitute Hawa Cissoko received two yellow cards in quick succession. Liverpool came from behind to earn a 1-1 draw against Tottenham thanks to a 60th-minute header from Aurelie Csillag. Spurs took the lead just before half-time when Signe Gaupset’s effort was deflected in off the foot of Liverpool’s Sam Kerr. The hosts levelled things up at the hour-mark after Csillag got in front of Lize Kop to head home Fuka Nagano’s cross. Continue reading...
The Guardian•Emillia Hawkins13 Sept