Dubai, UAE, 9 May 2022 – Emirates is set to offer another unique travel experience for its premium economy passengers when it reveals its full Premium Economy service on board and on the ground, as well as announcing that it will begin selling this highly coveted cabin from 1 June 2022.
Emirates is the only airline in the area to provide a Premium Economy cabin. From August 1, Emirates passengers flying on popular A380 routes to London, Paris, Sydney and Christchurch will be able to travel in this new class with more legroom, enhanced comforts, and a service comparable to many airlines' business offering.
Sir Tim Clark, President Emirates Airline said: “As with everything we do, Emirates Premium Economy will be exceptional in its class, with minute attention given to every aspect of the customer experience. Customers trading up from Economy will be getting excellent value.
“Since we first introduced our Premium Economy seats in January 2021, the positive response and demand has been tremendous. We currently have six A380s equipped with this cabin class, which limits our initial deployment, but our intention is to offer this experience to many more markets across our network. This November, we will begin our retrofit programme to install Premium Economy on 67 A380s and 53 Boeing 777s. At the end of the programme, Emirates will have 126 aircraft fitted out with Premium Economy cabins, as well as our latest interiors across other cabins. It is a major investment to ensure our customers continue to have the best experience in the sky.”
Premium Economy class on Emirates is in a league of its own, providing an affordable luxury experience:
Dedicated airport experience: Customers will have a dedicated Premium Economy check-in area at Dubai International airport, or use one of the many self-service kiosks in the hall to avoid queues.
Luxurious seats: Customers will notice the quiet luxury of Emirates' Premium Economy cabin as soon as they board. A wood paneling style similar to that found in Business Class creates the atmosphere, and each seat is tailored to offer maximum comfort and support while 6-way adjustable headrests provide optimal support.
The cream-colored leather seats have a significant pitch of up to 40 inches, are 19.5 inches broad, and recline 8 inches into a comfortable cradle position with ample space to stretch out. It also includes calf rests and footrests for added comfort, as well as many other thoughtful features such as conveniently accessible in-seat charging ports and a side cocktail table.
Comfort: Customers can rest under soft, sustainably made blankets manufactured from recycled plastic bottles. They can also cuddle up with the generously sized cushions, both created specifically for Premium Economy. They may also take advantage of the complimentary amenity kits, which are also made from renewable materials and contain a number of handy items to use throughout the flight.
Dining experience: Customers will be welcomed aboard with a welcome drink in fine glassware, inspired by Business Class. A choice of meals prepared with seasonal ingredients and regional influences will be served on chinaware, accompanied with stainless steel cutlery wrapped in linen napkin. The beverages on the beverage menu will include high-quality wines as well as a Sparkling Chandon. After meals, liqueurs are available, along with delicious chocolates.
Unmatched entertainment at 40,000 feet: Emirates ICE Entertainment system has thousands of music and movie options to choose from and a 13.3” screen available to each seat.
The Premium Economy cabin is located at the front of the main deck on a four-class Emirates A380, with 56 seats arranged in a 2-4-2 configuration. Between Business and Economy, up to 24 Premium Economy seats will be installed in a dedicated cabin area on the Emirates Boeing 777.
