Emirates has transported more than 16 million passengers to and from Kuwait on over 81,000 flights since commencing operations in the Kuwaiti market in 1989, as part of its continued expansion to strengthen air connectivity between Dubai and regional and international markets.
These operations have helped connect passengers from Kuwait to more than 150 destinations worldwide across Emirates' network, while the airline's Skywards loyalty programme has more than 268,000 members from Kuwait, according to a press release issued by the company.
Kuwait is among the first Gulf destinations to join Emirates' network. The airline launched its first flights to the country in 1989 using a Boeing B727 aircraft, operating twice weekly, before gradually expanding its operational capacity over the past three decades.
Emirates currently operates 29 weekly flights out of a total of 30, using its upgraded Boeing B777 aircraft and the latest Airbus A350 aircraft, which offer Premium Economy cabins alongside the airline's products across its various travel classes.
Kuwait was also among the first destinations to welcome the Airbus A350 when it entered commercial service in January 2025. Emirates operates two daily flights with this aircraft type between Dubai and Kuwait, enhancing the travel experience through greater cabin capacity, comfort, and quieter surroundings.
As part of efforts to strengthen bilateral relations, Emirates celebrated UAE–Kuwait Relations Week through a series of special initiatives on board its flights, reflecting the depth of the historic partnership between the two countries.
On the commercial cooperation front, Emirates and Kuwait Airways have had an active interline agreement since last year, allowing Kuwait Airways passengers to access 19 international destinations across Emirates' network, including Australia, China, Japan, the United States, and South Africa. Meanwhile, Emirates customers benefit from enhanced connectivity to regional destinations through Kuwait Airways' network, including Egypt, Iraq, Türkiye, and Azerbaijan.
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