“Emirates to upgrade Boeing 777s for service to Zurich and Riyadh”

Emirates Airlines has exciting news for travelers as they announced their plans to introduce newly retrofitted Boeing 777s to two more cities – Zurich and Riyadh starting from October 1, 2024. This move is part of the airline’s ongoing efforts to enhance the flying experience for its passengers and to expand its global reach.

In a statement released on Tuesday, Emirates revealed that they will also be upgrading their B777s for flights to Geneva and Brussels, making them the first two cities in the airline’s network to feature the refreshed cabins on all flights. This upgrade will bring a new level of comfort and luxury to passengers flying to these popular destinations.

To Zurich, Emirates will operate its retrofitted Boeing 777 on EK 85 and EK 86, providing travelers with a more modern and comfortable flying experience. This upgrade will enhance the overall travel experience for passengers flying to and from Zurich, one of the key business and financial hubs in Europe.

In another exciting development, Emirates will be launching its enhanced Boeing 777 with the latest cabins in Riyadh for the first time, on flights EK 819 and EK 820 starting from October 1, 2024. This will also mark the first debut of Emirates’ Premium Economy class in the Middle East/GCC region, offering passengers a new level of comfort and luxury on their flights.

Geneva will soon become the first city in the Emirates network to offer Premium Economy seats and newly refreshed Business Class cabins on all flights, starting from September 22, 2024. This upgrade will provide travelers flying to and from Geneva with a more luxurious and comfortable flying experience, enhancing the overall customer satisfaction.

Emirates will also be operating its second retrofitted B777 to Brussels from October 9, 2024, on flights EK 181 and EK 182 six times weekly. This upgrade will provide passengers flying to Brussels with a more modern and comfortable flying experience, making their journey more enjoyable and memorable.

By the end of this year, Emirates plans to serve 28 cities with Premium Economy, offering passengers a new level of comfort and luxury on their flights. The airline has already retrofitted 25 aircraft, with 17 more aircraft scheduled to undergo a facelift by December 2024, ensuring that passengers can enjoy the upgraded cabins on more routes in the near future.

Overall, these upgrades and expansions by Emirates Airlines demonstrate their commitment to providing passengers with a world-class flying experience and their dedication to continuously improving and enhancing their services. With the introduction of the newly retrofitted Boeing 777s to more cities, passengers can look forward to a more comfortable, luxurious, and enjoyable journey when flying with Emirates.