Seven Ways Emirates and flydubai Transformed Air Travel Over Seven Years

Seven years ago, Emirates and flydubai embarked on a partnership that revolutionised travel from and through Dubai. This collaboration has provided travellers with extraordinary access to a vast network of destinations, unlocking connections and opportunities and shaping the future of air travel. Here’s how the partnership is paying off for travellers:

1. Unparalleled Destination Network

By joining forces, Emirates and flydubai offer customers access to a combined network of more than 225 unique destinations in over 100 countries. Emirates customers can explore more than 118 flydubai destinations, while flydubai passengers can access more than 136 Emirates destinations. Popular destinations for customers include Baku, Krabi, Naples, and Zanzibar.

2. Expanded Schedules and Flexibility

Customers can choose from 275 codeshare flights each day, providing expanded schedules and more flexibility when selecting departure times. This collaboration ensures that travellers have more options and convenience when planning their journeys.

3. Significant Passenger Numbers

Since 2017, Emirates and flydubai have operated more than 1.5 million flights, carrying over 19 million passengers across their joint network. This number is equivalent to the combined populations of Paris and New York City.

4. Seamless On-Ground Experiences

Travellers benefit from seamless on-ground experiences, including smooth check-in processes, efficient baggage transfers, optimised flight schedules, and enhanced connectivity at Dubai Airports. With access to Terminal 3, more than 300 weekly flights operated by flydubai depart to popular destinations like Kathmandu, Krabi, and Zanzibar. Flydubai’s Business Class passengers enjoy the new Business Class check-in area at Terminal 2, offering a personalised Meet and Assist service, seated check-in, and Fast Track service through passport control and security lanes.

5. Access to World-Class Airport Lounges

Passengers also enjoy access to world-class airport lounges, including Emirates’ signature lounges in Terminal 3. Over the past seven years, more than 250,000 flydubai passengers have enjoyed access to these luxurious lounges, enhancing their travel experience.

6. Enhanced Loyalty Programme

Emirates Skywards, the loyalty programme of Emirates and flydubai, continues to offer members one loyalty currency and fantastic rewards. More than 2 million unique members from over 190 countries earn and redeem Miles through the partnership. All Platinum, Gold, and Silver Tier status members enjoy additional perks such as extra baggage allowance and priority check-in on both airlines. The programme recently revised its Cash+Miles rates on flydubai flights, making redemptions even more appealing and allowing members to enjoy significant savings.

7. Commitment to Future Growth and Innovation

Looking ahead, Emirates and flydubai remain committed to expanding the reach of their partnership and elevating the travel experience to and through Dubai. Emirates has expanded its retrofit programme for a full nose-to-tail refresh of over 200 aircraft, including adding Premium Economy seats. Flydubai continues to invest in premium experiences both in the air and on the ground, with 15 aircraft retrofitted this year as part of its own retrofit programme, in addition to the launch of its dedicated Business Class check-in area at Terminal 2.

Conclusion

From world-class on-ground services in Dubai to adding new bucket-list destinations and offering better loyalty experiences, Emirates and flydubai customers are guaranteed the latest and greatest in air travel. The partnership between these two airlines has set a new standard in the aviation industry, ensuring that travellers can enjoy unparalleled connectivity, convenience, and comfort. As they look to the future, Emirates and flydubai continue to innovate and enhance the travel experience, making every journey memorable.