Emirates Airline Reviews, Ratings, Baggage fees and Fares

Emirates Airlines

Emirates Airlines began operating flights in 1985 and now it has over 140 destinations in more than 80 countries around the world. At present they have a fleet of over 230 aircraft that comprises of both Airbus A380 and Boeing 777. Their network is constantly growing and they already have more than 1500 flights departing from Dubai every week to various destinations across 6 continents. It already boasts of having the youngest fleet of aircraft’s but they have made significant announcements in the recent years that will ensure that all their aircraft are technologically ready for the future.

Emirates Airlines – Class of Service

Emirates offer the best service possible across their classes, no wonder they have won so many awards for their exceptionally high standards in customer service. In our review of the Emirates Airlines, we shall look at the features and services they provide in First Class, Business Class, and Economy Class.

Emirates Airlines Review of First Class

When you choose the First Class of Emirates rest assured that you have chosen the best that your money can buy. All the passengers of First Class are treated to complimentary meals and beverages, access to the lounge, and if the service is available you will get a complimentary chauffeur-driven car that will pick and drop you from the airport.

Apart from these luxurious features when you step inside the cabin be prepared to be immersed in luxury. Here you can relax and unwind in your own private suite where you just have to slide the doors to cocoon yourself in a world of your own. You can have a sip of wine or champagne from your personal bar inside your suite while you listen to music or watch a movie. Otherwise, transform your seat into a flat full bed complete with a mattress. The ambient lights will help you create a mood of pure bliss. It is also possible for passengers to get ready inside their private suite as it has a vanity table and mirror.

Emirates Airlines also offers gourmet meals to all First Class passengers whenever they want. You can order sumptuous food à la carte when hunger strikes. Emirates has taken special care and their menu is full of local flavors and cooked by gourmet chefs using ingredients sourced fresh for each flight. Eat from bone china plates by Royal Doulton with special Robert Welch cutlery.

There is nothing quite more relaxing than to take a shower after a long flight. But you can now shower on board the Emirates Shower Spa. But make sure that you book in advance. If you want to stretch your legs then you can also socialize with other passengers on the A380 Onboard Lounge while you sip on a drink.

Emirates Airlines Review of Business Class

All Business Class guests can easily mix business with pleasure. Passengers can experience the comfort of Emirates Business Class as soon as they step out of the door by being chauffeur driven to and from the airport in select cities.

When you board the flight you will be welcomed by award winning hospitality. The Emirates New Business Class offers flat-bed seats that will keep you stay relaxed, rested and refreshed. A power point to charge your laptop is built into your seat so you can work, read a book or send important emails. While you are busy with this why not take a break and enjoy a complimentary drink from your own personal mini bar.

The gourmet cousins will leave you to spell bound with their flavors inspired from regional samplings. Chefs on board will prepare fresh dishes using locally sourced fresh produce which will be served on Royal Doulton bone china plates and Robert Welch cutlery. Enhance the taste from a wide selection of cocktails, wines, beers, champagne, spirits and not alcoholic hot and cold beverages. The Exclusive Wines offered by Emirates include Chateau d’Yquem 2005, Dom Pérignon 2009 Vintage, Moët & Chandon Grand Vintage 2008, 1963 Graham’s Colheita Port, and Dom Pérignon 2005 Rosé.

 

If you feel like socializing with other passengers then take a walk to the A380 Onboard Lounge and have a chat while sipping on a drink.

Emirates Airlines Review of Economy Class

The Emirates Economy Class offers one of the best in class comfortable seats and the airlines have paid special attention to details that will make your flight pleasant. Some of the features are like a point to charge your laptop so that you can finish writing your blog and post it to thanks to the onboard Wi-Fi. The flight also has in-flight entertainment so you can relax listening to the music or watching a movie on the ice in-flight entertainment that has won many awards.

Get a taste of the local cuisines on board the flight with dishes prepared according to regional flavors. You can also choose a meal from a menu that includes new and favorite creations. If on the other hand you have a special diet just inform the staff and they will bring a meal that is to your liking. You can complement your meal with a nice glass of wine or a collection of other complimentary alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.

The ambient lighting will help you adjust to the time-zone of your destination so that you arrive prepared. For the passengers of economy class, Emirates has announced the New Premium Economy Cabin with various features with baseline model.

 

Seating Arrangement on Emirates Airlines

The seating plan on the Emirates Airline varies according to the plane. The Boeing 777 being smaller than the Airbus A380 it doesn’t offer many seats in the First Class. The Boeing 777 has 4 private suites, the Business Class has a 2-3-2 seating while the Economy Class has 3-4-3 seating.

The Airbus A380 has two decks where the lower deck is for Economy Class Passengers in a 3-4-3 seating arrangement. The upper deck is bigger than Boeing 777 allows from a more relaxed seating for Business Class with 1-2-1 seating and 14 private suites for First Class.

Customer Reviews and Ratings

Customers have constantly rated Emirates Airlines as one of the leading airline carriers that offers great value for money with exceptionally high hospitality and service by the onboard staff. The airline has also won many awards and continues to enjoy high regards and reputation with top airline reviews.

Some passengers have also compared the Business Class of Emirates Airline to be far superior to the First Class of other carriers. If you are traveling for the first time with Emirates Airlines then you will surely want to fly with them again.

Sourabh from San Carlos (CA) says “New supercharged jets with ample space, luxurious cabins and friendly supermodel hostesses. If that wasn’t enough, the routes are the fastest in the world to reach far away destinations. I love to fly this airline to India, Europe and the Middle East. It is easier to fall asleep on the planes and arrive with relatively little jet lag.”

Marcus from San Francisco (CA) has only good words to speak for Emirates Airlines and sums it all up with “This is hands down the best international airline I’ve been on.”

Pamela from Australia too is all praise for Dubai based airline carrier. She recently wrote about her wonderful experience while traveling from Melbourne to London in the Economy Class. She was upgraded to Business Class using the points she accumulated on the Emirates Skyward program on the last leg of her journey as soon as a seat was available and adds “I will continue flying with Emirates for their wonderful service, their competent staff and they’re excellent in flight facilities. Thank you Emirates – You are the best!”

Discount for Infant and Child:

Emirates offer special discount to the infant traveling on the parent’s lap or in a bassinet. Children of 2 to 11 years traveling in a separate seat are also discounted from the full adult fare. Make sure to check the updated information on official website regarding infant bookings with Emirates . Further the discount may depend on the class, route and destination you are flying.

 

Baggage Fee with Emirates

Emirates passengers traveling from North or South America can avail the following generous allowance by the airline:

North America – 2 bags each that do not exceed 23kg for passengers of Economy Class

2 bags each that do not exceed 32kg for passengers of First and Business Class

South America – 2 bags each that do not exceed 32kg for passengers of all Classes

For all other flights, the rates will vary according to your departure and destination city, Class of travel and membership tier.

FAQs:

  1. What are the Prohibited Items by Emirates Airlines?

Items that are considered dangerous are not allowed or restricted by Emirates Airlines . Check out the list of restricted items below:

  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Lithium Batteries
  • E-Cigarettes
  • Firearms
  • Stunning Devices
  • Blunt Instruments

 

  1. Where do Emirates Fly?

With the help of codeshare flights with Emirates it covers vast area worldwide. Some of the codeshare flights of Emirates are:

  • Alaska Airlines
  • Copa Airlines
  • Thai Airways International
  • Malaysia Airlines
  • Bangkok Airways
  • WestJet

 

  1. Do Emirates charge extra fee for seat selection?

Yes, for seat selection in Emirates you have to pay a little extra and enjoy the journey by booking desirable seat. The fee on the extra value seat varies in price and depends on the seat, route, and destination.

 

  1. Is there web-check in facility available with Emirates?

Yes, for the comfort of flyers Emirates offer number of options to book flight tickets with them. Further the online web-check in facility of Emirates offers you complete some formalities in advance. The facility is available for those who have an e-ticket between 24 hours and 90 minutes before departure.