Emirates Offers Premium Economy on 31 European Routes and Adds 31 Weekly Flights to Winter Schedule

An average of 78 daily flights between Dubai and Europe, with additional services to Cape Town, Phuket, Hanoi and Manila expanding winter travel options via Dubai.

Emirates has expanded its Premium Economy offering to flights serving 31 of its 41 destinations across Europe and the United Kingdom, alongside the addition of 31 weekly flights to international destinations during the 2026–2027 winter season.

In a statement issued on November 10, 2026, the airline said its winter schedule includes an average of 78 daily flights between Dubai and Europe, with additional services to Cape Town, Nairobi, Phuket, Hanoi, Manila, Tokyo Narita and Accra.

Paris Charles de Gaulle became the latest European destination to offer Emirates Premium Economy on October 25, as part of an extensive cabin refurbishment programme that had covered 108 aircraft by the time of the announcement.

The cabin features wider seats, additional legroom and enhanced dining services, providing passengers with an option between Economy Class and Business Class.

Emirates also continues to operate its Airbus A380 aircraft to 21 European destinations, offering onward connections through Dubai to other destinations across Asia and Australia.

The airline's network includes Helsinki, where services commenced in October 2026, while codeshare and interline agreements provide access to an additional 216 destinations across various regions.

The expansion aims to provide travellers from Europe with more options for reaching warm-weather destinations in Asia, Africa and the Indian Ocean via Dubai, particularly during the winter holiday season.

The wider availability of Premium Economy gives passengers additional comfort options on long-haul flights, while increased weekly frequencies provide greater flexibility when selecting travel dates and connecting flights through Dubai.

However, Premium Economy availability varies depending on the specific flight and aircraft type, and greater onboard comfort does not necessarily mean lower fares.

Travellers are advised to compare fares across cabin classes, check connection times in Dubai and confirm seat availability before booking, particularly during peak winter travel periods.