Emirates to introduce additional flights to/from Colombo

Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, will operate an additional scheduled service between Colombo and Dubai, starting from January 2, 2025. The newly-introduced flight, to operate as EK654/655, increases the seat capacity on the route by 30% and supports Sri Lanka’s plans to considerably increase tourist arrivals in 2025.

The additional service will operate six times a week until March 31, 2025. The additional flight can accommodate up to 360 passengers, with eight suites in First Class, 42 Business Class and 310 Economy Class seats, offering a premium customer experience. Emirates currently operates two direct flights between Colombo and Dubai and a third daily service via Male.

“These are exciting times for Sri Lanka’s tourism industry, which is looking at significant growth between 2025 and 2030,” said Rashid Al Ardha, Emirates’ Country Manager for Sri Lanka & Maldives. “As an airline that has played an integral role in the country’s tourism industry for nearly 39 years, Emirates is committed to support the industry’s growth aspirations, and this additional flight is one example of how we plan to contribute to the nation’s tourism goals.”

Sri Lanka Tourism recently announced its vision to appeal to eco-conscious travellers by highlighting the island’s rich natural and cultural resources. Furthermore, with the boost in capacity on the Colombo-Dubai route, Emirates will contribute to achieving the country’s tourism targets of attracting 3 million visitors by 2025.

Emirates began operations to Sri Lanka in April 1986 and has carried more than 12 million passengers to and from Colombo since operations began. With the four daily flights, the airline will offer more than 2,800 seats daily and with the capacity to carry up to 160 tonnes of cargo on the same flights.

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