Emirates has started flying its new Airbus A350 aircraft daily between Dubai and Muscat, ahead of the original schedule. The service, which was supposed to start on July 1, began a week early to meet the high demand for summer travel.
Better Flight Timings for International Travelers
The new flight timings are perfect for people connecting to other destinations:
- Flight EK 866 leaves Dubai at 2:15 AM and reaches Muscat at 3:30 AM
- Flight EK 867 returns from Muscat at 4:40 AM and arrives in Dubai at 5:55 AM
These early morning flights help passengers easily connect to other major destinations across Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas.
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Fly in Comfort on the New Airbus A350
The Airbus A350 comes with more comfort and better features, including:
- 32 Business Class seats (1-2-1 layout, lie-flat beds)
- 21 Premium Economy seats (2-3-2 layout)
- 259 Economy Class seats (3-3-3 layout)
Passengers can enjoy:
- Spacious cabins with wider aisles and higher ceilings
- Emirates’ latest in-flight entertainment
- Fast Wi-Fi during the flight
- Comfortable seats and modern lighting for a relaxing journey
Muscat Is One of the First Cities to Get the A350
Muscat is among the first cities in the region to get the new A350, showing Emirates’ strong commitment to Oman. The airline currently has seven A350s in its fleet and plans to fly them to 17 cities worldwide by the end of 2025.
Extra Flights for Summer Travelers
To handle the busy summer season, Emirates has added two more flights per week on this route:
- Flight EK 862 leaves Dubai at 7:55 AM, arrives in Muscat at 9:05 AM
- Flight EK 863 returns from Muscat at 11:25 AM, lands in Dubai at 12:30 PM
These extra flights on Thursdays and Saturdays give travelers more options, especially for weekend trips and vacations.
