Passengers flying with Emirates between Edinburgh and Dubai will now travel on the airline's brand new Airbus A350 aircraft.
This is Emirates' first A350 to enter commercial service, and features include a newly-designed, more comfortable Economy Class cabin; upgraded Business Class and Premium Economy cabins; 4K and 4K HDR ultra-responsive touchscreens; extra-high ceilings with wider aisles in all classes; and faster Wi-Fi.
The airline will introduce 65 fuel-efficient A350s into its fleet over the coming years.
Kate Sherry, Chief Commercial Officer (Aero) at Edinburgh Airport said:
"Starting the new year with a brand-new aircraft is exactly the way we want to bring in 2025 at Edinburgh Airport.
"It's a privilege to welcome the A350 to Scotland and to see Emirates selecting the Edinburgh to Dubai route for its maiden journey. It's a clear show of confidence in the route and of the importance that Emirates places on a modern aircraft, raising the standards for passenger experience."
Adnan Kazim, Emirates' Deputy President and Chief Commercial Officer said:
"This marks a pivotal moment in Emirates' journey as we introduce the A350 into service.
"Our first Airbus A350 making its maiden journey to Edinburgh also underscores the strategic importance of the UK within our global network.
"The Emirates A350 offers the best of our latest inflight products, with new features and enhancements in every cabin.
"As we continue to expand our A350 fleet, we're not just adding new aircraft – we're setting new standards for global air travel."
Daily flights depart Edinburgh Airport at 2040, arriving in Dubai at 0805 local time the following day. The return flight departs Dubai and 1450 local time, and arrives in Edinburgh at 1905.
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