Since its launch on the Dublin route in June 2025, Emirates’ Premium Economy has recorded sustained, high demand. The carrier introduced its latest Business and Premium Economy cabins on the EK161/162 service, effective 25 June 2025 and EK163/164 service from 16 October 2025, featuring 24 Premium Economy seats.
Emirates Airlines Country Manager Anita Thomas said “This growth is attributable, in part, to the addition of a third daily service on the Dublin route in October this year, together with Emirates’ ongoing aircraft retrofit programme, which saw the introduction of a Premium Economy offering for passengers from Ireland. While we anticipated strong initial interest, bookings for 2025 and well into 2026 have remained consistently above expectations, with customers securing seats months in advance. Premium Economy bridges the gap between Economy and Business Class with a level of comfort and value that appeals to both leisure and corporate passengers.”
The Premium Economy dining experience includes a welcome drink served in fine glassware, and a selection of meals made with seasonal ingredients, served on Royal Doulton China tableware with stainless-steel cutlery. Premium Economy customers are also offered an extended beverage list including a Chandon sparkling wine, extra vintages from our Business Class list, as well as chocolates and liqueurs. The premium economy cabin features latest upgraded inflight entertainment (IFE) system with a 13.3 inch HD TV.
Premium Economy passengers on the Dublin route also benefit from a local touch, with VOYA bathroom amenities, Keogh’s Crisps, and Killowen yogurt served onboard, reflecting an “essence of Ireland.”
Emirates operates three daily flights 360 seat Boeing 777-300(ER) between Dublin and Dubai International (DXB) from October to March. The airline operates a double daily service from April to October.
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