Emirates transports over 1.2 million passengers in 2 months

WAM

Emirates Airline has transported over 1.2 million passengers in July and August, compared to 402,000 customers during the same period in 2020.

According to IATA’s latest World Air Transport Statistics 2021, Emirates was the largest international airline in 2020 carrying over 15.8 million passengers.

The airline currently has over 120 destinations with additional flights to be layered onto more than 20 Emirates routes by October.

Emirates’ new self-service check-in and bag drop-off kiosks have also seen increasing usage since their introduction in September last year.

More than 568,000 customers opted for the service, which enables passengers to skip queues at counters.

More from Business

Coming Up on Dubai Eye

  • The Agenda

    10:00am - 1:00pm

    Broadcasting every weekday, Georgia Tolley goes beyond the headlines to speak to government ministers, decision makers, analysts and local experts to find out how the news will impact those of us living in the UAE.

  • Afternoons with Helen Farmer

    1:00pm - 4:00pm

    Every weekday afternoon, Helen Farmer will help you to navigate the highs and lows of life in the UAE. Stay up to date with what’s happening and where to go.

BUSINESS BREAKFAST LATEST

On Dubai Eye

  • Is There Sufficient House Supply In UAE

    Dubai’s current population is more than double compared to almost twenty years ago, which now stands at 3.7 million. Lots of families are also moving to the UAE now. So what does it mean for the property market?

  • Noon's First Female Delivery Driver

    Glory Ehirim Nkiruka is Noon’s first ever female delivery driver. In her first ever interview, she explained why she loves her job, despite the heat!