4 April 2020:With temporary suspension of passenger flights all across the world in COVID-19 wake, Emirates have received approvals to carry passengers on certain flights from 6th April 2020. Keeping safety and wellbeing of customers and crew as top priority these flights will operate from Dubai International Airport Terminal 2 and will carry only outbound passengers from UAE. Emirates will also carry belly-hold cargo to & fro supporting trade and communities with the transport of essential goods.
HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive, Emirates airline and Group said: "These initial passenger services, although limited to travellers who meet the entry requirements set by the destination countries, will be welcomed by our customers seeking to return home to their countries and families. We would like to thank the UAE government and all our partners for their support in ensuring the smooth operation of our flights."
"While we hope to resume full operations as soon as possible, we acknowledge the challenges faced by many cities in dealing with the COVID-19 outbreak. Our network can only be restored with the easing of travel restrictions, and we maintain close contact with all authorities for latest updates. We are working closely with the authorities to resume our services, keeping in mind the safety and wellbeing of our crew and customers at every step of the journey. We continuously review the situation and will announce any additional services as they become available."