Good News for Travelers: Emirates Restores 96% of Its Global Flights

Updated: May 4, 2026 1 min read

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Missing travel over the past couple of months or planning a big getaway for Eid al-Adha? Good news coming from Emirates: the airline is back to operating 96% of its global flight network, which means far more options are open again when it comes to planning a trip.

You can now fly to 137 destinations in 72 countries, including cities in Europe, the Americas, Africa, West Asia, the Middle East and GCC, the Far East, and Australasia.

Emirates also offers a few booking perks:

If you book from April 2, you get one free date change across all cabin classes
You can also hold a fare for 24 hours at no extra cost, giving you time to decide before confirming

If your trip includes a stop in Dubai, a long connection doesn’t have to feel like downtime. With the Dubai Connect program, passengers with transit times between 6 and 26 hours can enjoy a short stay that includes hotel accommodation at a 4- or 5-star property, airport transfers, meals, and a UAE entry visa if required.

Got time to explore Dubai?

Take a look at top 50 attractions in Dubai with all must-see places to visit. If you’re planning something more active, check out best outdoor adventure activities in Dubai.

And if you’re traveling in May, check out upcoming events in the UAE in May 2026 and see what’s on during your stay.

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