Emirates is expanding its Premium Economy service to more routes in the Maldives and Sri Lanka, now available on its upgraded Boeing 777 aircraft. Starting 18 July, Premium Economy will be offered on the Dubai–Colombo route (EK650/651), making it the second daily flight to Sri Lanka with this class. Added to this, Premium Economy is now accessible on three daily flights to Malé (EK656/657 and EK660/661), improving the travel experience for passengers heading to the Maldives.
The retrofitted Boeing 777 has four classes including eight First Class suites, 40 Business Class seats arranged 1-2-1- 24 Premium Economy seats in a 2-4-2 layout, 256 Economy seats to ensure comfort for everyone.
In Premium Economy enjoy comfortable seats with six-way adjustable headrests and take advantage of a checked baggage allowance of 35 kg and a carry-on limit of 10 kg. – Experience a spacious layout designed for both business and leisure travellers.
Passengers will also enjoy a 23-inch HD screen, ambient lighting, and modern cabin design reflecting the airline’s award-winning A380 interiors.
A spokesperson said: “Emirates’ deployment of the Premium Economy product on high- demand leisure routes underscores its commitment to luxury, comfort, and innovation, giving more customers access to a world-class experience from take-off to landing.”
The flight schedule to The Maldives is:
EK656 departs Dubai at 02:30, arrives in Malé at 07:40
EK657 returns from Malé at 09:15, arrives in Dubai at 12:15
EK660 departs Dubai at 10:10, arrives in Malé at 15:30
EK661 departs Malé at 18:25, arrives in Dubai at 21:25
Flight Schedule – Colombo
EK650 departs Dubai at 02:40, arrives in Colombo at 08:35
EK651 departs Colombo at 10:05, arrives in Dubai at 12:55
With Premium Economy now available on over 40 routes, travellers flying to the Maldives or Colombo can book their entire journey in this class from origin to destination via:
emirates.com
The Emirates App
Travel agents and Emirates retail outlets
All photos: Emirates.com
