Emirates A380 double-decker aircraft to fly between Dubai and Delhi from October

Currently, Emirates operates services to nine cities across the country, including Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kochi, Kolkata, Mumbai and Thiruvananthapuram. It is also planning to introduce its A350 aircraft on flights to Kolkata in October.

“From October, Emirates’ flagship A380 to operate to Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru. Kolkata to be served by A350, featuring signature Premium Economy cabins,” Emirates said in a statement.

According to Airbus, the A380 has made a major impact on the long-haul market since it entered into service in October 2007. The aircraft has not only helped increase passenger traffic but has also improved airline revenues, particularly during peak travel seasons.

Emirates’ Premium Economy cabin

According to the release, Emirates’ Premium Economy cabin on the A380 will be located on the upper deck. It will feature spacious leather seats with generous recline arranged in a 2-3-2 configuration, along with full leg and footrests, six-way adjustable headrests, built-in charging ports, etc. The passengers will also have access to a 13.3-inch personal screen for in-flight entertainment.

“The A380 will operate on flights EK512/513 in a four-class configuration, complementing the deployment of Emirates’ retrofitted B777 aircraft,” it added.

The airline also plans to introduce its Premium Economy cabin to flights connecting six Indian cities by the end of October. It added that passengers travelling to Dubai will be able to book Premium Economy seats on its services from Delhi (four daily flights), Kolkata (12 weekly flights), Mumbai (22 weekly flights), Ahmedabad (nine weekly flights), Bengaluru (seven weekly flights), and Kochi (two weekly flights).