Emirates has announced the launch of Premium Economy on its flights to and from the Indian city of Kolkata starting July 18 this month. The launch of the service follows the success of Premium Economy on flights to Mumbai, Bengaluru and Ahmedabad.
The move expands Emirates' offering on flights to and from major Indian cities, with the aim of providing more choice for travelers, according to a press release published on the Emirates website.
Travelers on the Dubai-Kolkata route can now book Premium Economy tickets on flight EK572/573, which operates four times a week on Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Flight EK572 departs Dubai at 1:05 p.m. and arrives in Kolkata at 7:15 p.m., while the return flight EK573 departs Kolkata at 8:45 p.m. and arrives in Dubai at 12:05 a.m., after midnight. All times are local.
Travelers can book tickets immediately via emirates.com for travel from July 18, and tickets can also be booked via the Emirates app, Emirates retail stores, the Emirates contact center or travel agents.
Mohammad Sarhan, Emirates' Vice President for India and Nepal, said that introducing the Premium Economy experience, which has been well received, on the airline's services to Kolkata is a step that embodies its commitment to the Indian market.
He added that Premium Economy has been well received and in strong demand on the airline's flights to Mumbai, Bengaluru and Ahmedabad, expressing confidence that it will win the trust of travelers to and from Kolkata, as it combines exceptional levels of comfort with thoughtful care.
Emirates' Premium Economy cabin features wider leather seats offering extra legroom, with adjustable head and leg rests and deeper seat recline.
Each seat is also equipped with a 13.3-inch personal screen running the ice inflight entertainment system, with internet connectivity and the ability to connect Bluetooth headphones. Passengers benefit from a baggage allowance of up to 35 kg plus 10 kg of hand baggage. The cabin accommodates 24 passengers on Boeing B777 aircraft, and the airline plans to expand the availability of this class across its fleet.
Emirates operates 11 weekly flights between Dubai and Kolkata, including flight EK572/573, which will feature Premium Economy and operates four times a week, and flight EK570/571, which operates daily.
To view the press release on the Emirates website, click here.
