Emirates to restart flights from Stansted in August
It comes more than two years after routes were put on hold due to Covid-19
Last updated 7th Apr 2022
Airline Emirates has announced its going to resume flights from Stansted Airport, more than two years after services were put on hold due to Covid-19.
The airline will be flying five times a week from the Essex transport hub from August 1st, with at least one flight a day leaving from September 1st.
Boeing 777-300ER aircraft will fly between Stansted and Dubai International, leaving in the evening to arrive in the Gulf Country by the following morning.
Richard Jewsbury, Emirates Divisional Vice President in the UK, said:
“Stansted is a key hub for Emirates in the East and South East of the UK and resuming operations will offer better connectivity to businesses and communities in the region while also boosting the UK economy through scaled up inbound travel and additional cargo capacity.
"The UK is Emirates’ most important international market and bookings have continued to surge with the further easing of travel restrictions.
"We look forward to welcoming more people on board our premium Boeing 777-300ER aircraft later this year."
Steve Griffiths, London Stansted’s Managing Director, said:
"The return of Emirates flights between Dubai and London Stansted is wonderful news and demonstrates the renewed confidence among airlines and passengers as we recover from the pandemic.
“The route is of huge importance to London and the East of England, providing a vital link between the two destinations and beyond, thanks to the airline's extensive onward network."