NAIROBI, Kenya, May 5 – Emirates has restored 96 percent of its global network, marking a near-full recovery from recent disruptions and reinforcing Dubai’s position as a key international aviation hub.
The airline now operates flights to 137 destinations across 72 countries, supported by more than 1,300 weekly frequencies. This represents about 75 percent of its pre-disruption capacity, as the carrier steadily ramps up operations across the Americas, Europe, Africa, West Asia, the Middle East, the Far East and Australasia.
Despite operating under a reduced schedule during the disruption period, Emirates carried 4.7 million passengers between March and April, highlighting sustained demand for international travel.
The airline said customers can expect its onboard and on-ground services, including multi-course meals, premium beverages and access to its inflight entertainment system, ice, which offers more than 6,500 channels in nearly 40 languages.
Emirates has also expanded onboard connectivity, with Starlink-powered high-speed Wi-Fi now available on 28 aircraft.
The airline has introduced flexible booking options, including one free date change across all cabin classes and a 24-hour fare hold option.
Passengers transiting through Dubai for between six and 26 hours can also benefit from the Dubai Connect programme, which offers complimentary hotel stays, transfers, meals and visa support for eligible travellers.
Additionally, Emirates Skywards members will receive accelerated tier upgrades and bonus miles on Emirates and flydubai flights between May 8 and August 31, 2026.
Emirates operates one daily flight to Nairobi, maintaining connectivity between Kenya and its global network.
