Emirates opens direct route to Helsinki, Finland. Photo: Emirates Emirates Airline will operate a daily flight between Dubai and Helsinki, the capital of Finland, starting October 1, 2026. The direct, single-route service will operate year-round between Finland and the United Arab Emirates as part of the company's expansion in the Nordic countries.
The flights will be operated on Emirates’ new A350 aircraft, and will feature three classes of service: Business, Premium Economy (a first for Finnish passengers), and Economy.
According to the planned schedule, flight EK167 will depart Dubai at 08:45 and land in Helsinki at 14:55. The return flight EK168 will depart Helsinki at 16:45 and land in Dubai at 00:20 the following day.
Flight times are designed to enable convenient connections to many destinations across Emirates' global network, including key hubs in East and Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Oceania, and India.
EMIRATES A350 aircraft. Photo: EMIRATESEmirates says the new route is expected to address existing demand between Finland and Dubai, which has so far been based on connecting flights via other Nordic destinations. It is also intended to expand the scope of tourism, business travel and trade between the countries.
Finland is a popular destination all year round, with a combination of nature, culture and innovation. The country offers diverse experiences, from watching the Northern Lights in winter to the midnight sun in summer. Helsinki combines city life with easy access to nature and is considered a suitable destination for both business travelers and tourists.
Beyond tourism, the new route is also expected to strengthen economic ties between Finland and the UAE. Emirates will also offer cargo solutions through Emirates SkyCargo, with a capacity of approximately 16 tonnes of cargo per flight, for the transport of goods such as pharmaceuticals, electronic equipment, machinery and high-value products.
Flight tickets are already available for sale on the company's website and through travel agents.
Premium Economy Class. Photo: EMIRATESAdnan Kazim, Emirates’ Deuty President and Chief Commercial Officer, said: “The Dubai-Helsinki route is an exciting expansion on our global network. There is already strong demand between Helsinki and Dubai, with travellers connecting through our other Nordic gateways, so introducing direct, year-round connectivity is a natural next step, making the flight seamless and non-stop, while introducing more premium travel options to market. In addition to better serving current demand, we see potential to attract travellers who may have previously opted for alternative connections, growing the overall market and creating opportunities for more people to discover the destinations have to offer.”
He went on: “As one of the world’s most in-demand destinations, Finland offers a unique combination of innovation, nature and culture, unlocking new opportunities for tourism, trade and business with the UAE and beyond. To better cater to the long-haul travel, we will deploy the A350, delivering a premium passenger experience along with elevated comfort across every cabin class. We thank the Finnish government for their partnership and support in establishing this route and we look forward to welcoming passengers onboard soon.”