Emirates Launches Airbus A380 Service to Delhi, Expands Premium Economy Across India

Emirates will introduce its flagship Airbus A380 on flights between Dubai and Delhi from October 25, making the Indian capital the airline's third destination in India to be served by the iconic double-decker aircraft.

The A380 will operate on flights EK512/513 in a four-class configuration, complementing the airline's retrofitted Boeing 777 aircraft already serving the route. From late October, all four daily Emirates flights between Dubai and Delhi will offer Premium Economy, giving passengers a wider choice of cabin options.

Emirates launches Airbus A380 service to Delhi, expands Premium Economy across India. Photo: Emirates

The expansion is part of Emirates' continued investment in the Indian market, where the airline is also rolling out Premium Economy to more destinations. By the end of October, the cabin will be available on flights to Delhi, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Kolkata, and Kochi.

In addition, the airline's daily Kolkata–Dubai service will be upgraded with the introduction of the Airbus A350 from October 25, while five weekly Boeing 777 services on the route will also feature Premium Economy. This means all 12 weekly flights between Kolkata and Dubai will offer the upgraded cabin.

Emirates launches Airbus A380 service to Delhi, expands Premium Economy across India. Photo: Emirates

Emirates Deputy President and Chief Commercial Officer Adnan Kazim said the latest upgrades reflect the airline's long term commitment to India and growing demand for travel to and from the country. He noted that Delhi joins Mumbai and Bengaluru as Emirates' third A380 destination in India, while the expansion of Premium Economy gives travelers more choice and comfort across the airline's network.

Beyond onboard improvements, Emirates is also enhancing its customer experience in India by opening new retail travel stores in Delhi and Mumbai, with additional locations planned for Hyderabad and Bengaluru, alongside a dedicated customer service center in Mumbai.

Emirates currently serves nine destinations across India, including Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kochi, Kolkata, Mumbai, and Thiruvananthapuram. The airline operates 167 weekly flights between India and Dubai, providing onward connections to nearly 140 destinations worldwide.