Emirates Boeing 777 with Premium Economy Class flies Dubai – Colombo

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Emirates, the world’s leading international airline, is elevating its Dubai-Colombo flight experience by deploying the modernized Boeing 777 with a four-class configuration. Starting July 18, 2024, the airline will operate flight EK650/651 on this route with the new-generation Boeing 777, introducing Premium Economy Class to the network for the first time.

New comfort classes on the flight from Dubai to Colombo

The modernized Boeing 777 offers a modern and comfortable cabin layout with eight luxurious suites in First Class, 40 seats in Business Class, 24 spacious seats in the new Premium Economy Class, and 256 seats in Economy Class. The flexibility and variety of the classes allow Emirates to meet a wide range of passenger needs – from discerning business travelers to leisure travelers.

The Premium Economy Class, which offers space for 24 passengers in a 2-4-2 layout, stands out in particular. The seats feature adjustable headrests, generous legroom, and modern comfort features, making them perfect for longer journeys. Passengers in this class also enjoy a special baggage allowance: 35 kg of checked baggage and 10 kg of hand luggage.

Flight times and availability

Flight EK650 departs Dubai daily at 2:40 a.m. and arrives in Colombo at 8:35 a.m. local time. The return flight EK651 departs Colombo at 10:05 a.m. and arrives in Dubai at 12:55 p.m. This provides Emirates travelers with an optimal connection with enough time to plan their day in Sri Lanka or comfortably catch their connecting flight from Dubai.

Modern design and innovative interior

The design of the new Boeing 777 is based on Emirates’ contemporary cabin standards. Business Class features cream-colored leather seats, champagne-colored accents, and light wood paneling, offering an exclusive ambiance with a personal minibar and other thoughtful details. Each Business Class seat can be extended into a fully flat bed up to two meters long and is equipped with a large 23-inch HD screen for a high-quality entertainment experience.

Premium Economy is not just a stopgap solution, but pampers travelers with high-quality service, comfortable seats, and enhanced amenities – with a clear distinction from Economy Class, which is characterized by ergonomically designed seats.

Premium Economy Class from Frankfurt

In addition to the connection between Dubai and Colombo, Emirates also offers Premium Economy Class on flights from Frankfurt to Colombo. This allows more travelers to benefit from the enhanced comfort of this travel class and enjoy a first-class travel experience on all routes.

Commitment to the Sri Lankan market

With the deployment of the modernized Boeing 777, Emirates underscores the growing importance of the Sri Lankan market and the importance of high service quality for customer satisfaction. Emirates currently offers four daily flights between Colombo and Dubai, including three direct flights and one via Malé.

The introduction of Premium Economy Class in this region supports the airline‘s efforts to provide an excellent product portfolio on different continents, while meeting increasing expectations in terms of comfort, service and flexibility.

With the introduction of the modernized Boeing 777 on the Dubai-Colombo route, including the new Premium Economy Class, Emirates is expanding its premium passenger offering and setting new standards for long-haul flights in the region. This holistic and carefully designed flight experience combines innovative technology, first-class comfort, and outstanding service – centrally focused on the needs of a diverse passenger group that places the highest value on quality and comfort.