Emirates is continuing to reconnect its network, with plans to re-establish its route to Istanbul.
Emirates Boeing 777-300ER at Oslo Gardermoen Airport – Image, Economy Class and Beyond
The airline is adding a daily flight, operating as follows
EK121 DEPART DXB 14:20 ARRIVE IST 18:20 EK122 DEPART IST 20:50 ARRIVE DXB 01:20+1 Commences 21st December 2020 Booked Equipment: Boeing 777-300ER Data: Emirates
The route is subject to governmental approval, with tickets on sale via the usual channels. They will utilise a Boeing 777-300ER on this route, connecting to Dubai and allowing for one-stop connections across the Emirates network.
With Istanbul rejoining the Emirates network, it marks the 31st destination in the “Europe” region.
PCR Tests Required
If you’re planning to travel to Dubai, or transit via the Emirates hub, you’ll need to have a valid negative COVID-19 PCR test carried out (note that arrivals from UK and Germany can use the PCR test-on-arrival service). There are lots of variants – so check https://www.emirates.com/uk/english/help/covid-19/dubai-travel-requirements/tourists/ or www.emirates.com/flytoDubai to ensure you get the right test as required by the authorities.
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