Emirates launches new passenger service in Miami – Dubai Blog

Emirates is connecting global business and leisure travelers through the first passenger service between Dubai and Miami. The airline celebrated its first service four times a week when it landed in Miami at 1100 local time yesterday.

Emirates flight EK213 greeted Miami International Airport with a water cannon salute, attracting many passengers, aviation enthusiasts and guests. During the maiden flight, the airline operated its popular Boeing 777 Gamechanger and displayed the aircraft’s interiors to guests on the ground, including the popular first-class private suites. Emirates’ Gamechanger first-class suites feature floor-to-ceiling sliding doors and stylish design inspired by Mercedes-Benz S-Class cars. Each room offers up to 40 square feet of personal space and has ultra-modern design features.

The airline will subsequently operate its three-cabin Boeing 777-300ER on the route, which includes 8 first-class private suites, 42 business-class flat-bed seats and 304 economy-class spacious seats, providing four times a week service .

Together with Orlando, Miami’s new route provides additional access points to and from Florida and expands Emirates’ U.S. network to 12 destinations with more than 70 flights per week. Connect provides more options and convenience. It also connects travelers from Miami, southern Florida, South America and the Caribbean to more than 50 locations in the Middle East, West Asia, Africa, the Far East and the Indian Ocean Islands through Dubai.

The Mayor of Miami-Dade, Daniella Levine Cava, said: “We are delighted to welcome the new Emirates flight to Miami as we expand business and business opportunities for residents and tourists in Miami-Dade. Leisure travel options connect them to new cultures and the evolving economy. “Opening doors to new tourists from Dubai and adding to our growing list of global destinations continue to strengthen MIA’s position as a global tourism hub. “

Essa Sulaiman Ahmed, Vice President of Emirates U.S. and Canada Division, said: “We are happy to open the long-awaited service between Dubai and Miami for travelers. As countries such as the UAE and the United States advance vaccination efforts and the world safely opens up for international travel, we expect this service will be welcomed by customers seeking new experiences. “

“As the new Miami service provides more access, we expect it to generate high demand, enhance commercial, cruising and leisure transportation, and establish more economic and tourist links between the two cities and other cities. We are committed to Yu is expanding our business to the United States in response to the growing demand for air travel, and thanks the authorities and our partners in Miami for their support, and looks forward to providing travelers with our unique products and award-winning services.”

Ralph Cutié, Interim Director of Miami International Airport, said: “We are proud to welcome Emirates to Miami International Airport. We look forward to welcoming passengers from Dubai, the Middle East and all over the world.” “There is no doubt about it. , Emirates is one of the leading airlines in our industry, and Dubai has become one of the most popular leisure and business travel cities in the world. As our local and transit passengers continue to return to air travel, we are very I am pleased to provide them with Emirates’ world-class service to Dubai.”

“Emirates’ first flight from Dubai to Miami is truly a testament to Greater Miami’s positioning as a global gateway and a world-class destination. When we safely reopen to international tourists, we are delighted to welcome Emirates’ customers. They are sure Will love our diversified international metropolis, the surrounding waters and pristine beaches, and the perfect weather throughout the year,” said William D. Talbert III, President of CDME and CEO of Greater Miami Convention and Tourism Bureau.

To celebrate this new service, Emirates has expanded its iconic inflight service, adding special non-alcoholic cocktails and cocktails to the airline’s food and beverage menu, and passengers in all cabins can enjoy delicious lime pie Dessert comes to end their meal. In order to change the on-board experience on the way to Miami, the mood lighting was set to the iconic American red, white and blue colors during boarding and arrival. Customers of all levels can enjoy 4,500 channels of on-demand entertainment options on ice, including Miami-inspired music playlists, as well as Wi-Fi and live TV.

The new service will also add to the existing trade links provided by Emirates SkyCargo, the cargo arm of Emirates, which has been operating passenger and cargo services to Miami since October 2020. Emirates has been providing cargo capacity in and out of Miami, promoting the export of perishable goods, electronic products and other components, and e-commerce goods. Emirates SkyCargo has also operated several charter flights on its Boeing 777 freighter in the past, transporting champion horses from Miami to equestrian events around the world. Since 2019, Emirates SkyCargo has shipped more than 7,700 tons of cargo into and out of Miami.

With the addition of Miami, Emirates now serves 12 US gateways, including Boston, Chicago, New York (Kennedy and Newark), Houston, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, Washington DC and Orlando.

Emirates’ three-cabin Boeing 777-300ER will have four flights to and from Miami every week. Emirates flight EK213 departs from Dubai (DXB) at 03:10 and arrives in Miami (MIA) at 11:00. The return flight EK214 departs from Miami at 21:10 and arrives in Dubai at 19:25 the next day.

Miami: The seaside metropolis of Miami is one of the most popular holiday destinations in the world, with 35 miles of beaches, a large number of art galleries in a stylish design district, world-class hotels, rich food and nightlife venues and more. It is also a major transportation and commercial hub concentrated by the largest international banks in the United States. It is also one of the world’s largest and busiest cruise and cargo ports, and is the main gateway to the United States.

With the reopening of international borders and relaxation of travel restrictions, Emirates continues to expand its network safely and sustainably. The airline has resumed passenger service to more than 120 destinations, and by the end of July, it will restore nearly 90% of its pre-pandemic network.

Dubai: Since the safe resumption of tourism activities in July, Dubai remains one of the most popular holiday destinations in the world, especially in winter. The city is open to international business and leisure tourists. From sun-drenched beaches and traditional activities to world-class hotels and leisure facilities, Dubai offers a variety of world-class experiences. It is one of the first cities in the world to receive the “Safe Travel” seal issued by the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC), which recognizes Dubai’s comprehensive and effective measures to ensure the health and safety of its guests.

Health and safety: With the health and well-being of passengers as our top priority, Emirates has launched A comprehensive set of security measures At every step of the customer journey.The airline also recently launched Non-contact technology And expand its digital verification capabilities to provide its customers with more opportunities to take advantage of IATA Travel Pass this summer.

Travel protection: Emirates continues to lead the development of the industry with innovative products and services to meet the ever-changing needs of passengers. Recently, the airline has taken further customer care initiatives, More generous and flexible booking policy, Its extension Multi-risk insurance and help Loyal Customers Keep their mileage and grade status.