Emirates to Deploy Airbus A350 to Two Indian Cities

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DUBAI- Flag carrier of the UAE, Emirates (EK) will launch the Airbus A350 operations to Mumbai (BOM) and Ahmedabad (AMD) in India. After all the delays from the last few months, operations are all set to begin from January 2025.

This move will mark a milestone in Emirates’ India operations, as the A350-900, known for its advanced technology, passenger comfort, and fuel efficiency, replaces the existing old Boeing 777-200LR on these routes.

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Emirates A350 India operations

Emirates operates multiple daily flights to Mumbai and Ahmedabad. Currently, Mumbai is the largest station for Emirates in India.

Mumbai:

Emirates operates 5 daily flights to Mumbai. The airline operates four flights by Boeing 777-300ER/777-200LR. A midnight flight is operated with the world’s largest passenger aircraft–Airbus A380-800.

Starting from 26^th January 2025, Emirates with replace 777-200LR on one of its 5 daily flights. The airline will introduce brand-new A350-900 aircraft on EK 502/503.

• The flight EK 502 leaves Dubai at 01:15 pm local time. It reaches Mumbai at 05:50 pm IST. The flight will have a flying time of 3 hours and 5 minutes.
• The return flight, EK503, leaves Mumbai at 07:20 pm IST. The return flight reaches Dubai at 09:05 pm local time. The flight will have a flying time of 3 hours and 15 minutes.

Ahmedabad:

Emirates operates 9x weekly flights to Ahmedabad. Currently, EK 538/539, which operates daily is operated by Boeing 777-200LRs. The other 2x weekly flight, EK 540/541 is operated by Boeing 777-300ER/777-200LR aircraft.

Starting 26^th January 2025, Emirates will replace EK 538/539 with A350-900. The other 2x weekly flight which operates on every Saturday and Sunday will continue to operate on 777-300ER/777-200LR.

• The flight EK 538 leaves Dubai at 10:50 pm local time. It reaches Ahmedabad at 02:55 am IST, the next day. The flight will have a flying time of 2 hours and 35 minutes.
• The return flight, EK539, leaves Ahmedabad at 04:25 am IST. The return flight reaches Dubai at 06:15 am local time. The flight will have a flying time of 2 hours and 20 minutes.

The A350-900 aircraft of Emirates has a seating capacity of about 312 passengers. It has 32 seats in Business class, 21 in Premium-economy class, and 259 in Economy class.

This will be the first time Ahmedabad will see Emirates’ Premium-economy product. The B777s operating between Dubai and Ahmedabad are not fitted with Premium-economy cabins.

By deploying the A350-900 on these routes, Emirates aims to elevate its services in these key markets while addressing the growing demand for premium and comfortable travel options.

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Why the A350 to India?

The choice of the Airbus A350-900 for Indian routes reflects Emirates’ strategy to provide a superior travel experience while optimizing operational efficiency. The Boeing 777-200LRs currently operated by the airline are aging and the Indian market surely needs a significantly improved product offering.

The brand-new A350-900s makes it ideal for India-Dubai flights, which cater to a mix of business, leisure, and diaspora travelers. These A350-900 aircraft are more premium, featuring a three-class seating configuration on board.

Additionally, India remains one of Emirates’ largest and most vital markets, with over 170 weekly flights to nine destinations. The deployment of the A350-900 is a testament to the airline’s confidence in the growth potential of the India-UAE sector.

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The Airbus A350-900

The Airbus A350-900 is one of the most advanced wide-body aircraft globally. Designed for long-haul travel, the jetliner boasts cutting-edge features that enhance passenger comfort and operational efficiency.

It offers a quieter cabin, advanced air-filtration systems, and dynamic LED lighting to reduce jet lag, making it ideal for medium- and long-haul flights like those between India and Dubai, and beyond.

With a seating capacity of approximately 300-350 passengers across multiple classes, the A350-900 brings a spacious and modern travel experience.

The aircraft also emphasizes sustainability, reducing fuel consumption and carbon emissions by 25% compared to older wide-body aircraft, aligning with Emirates’ commitment to environmentally responsible operations.

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