Emirates has issued a set of tips and guidance for travelers to make journeys smoother during the peak summer season, highlighting the main digital and on-the-ground services available at Dubai International Airport and other locations.
A press release published on the Emirates website said the key tips and services include the following:
Before arriving at the airport
Arrive at the airport at least 3 hours before your flight.
Make sure you reach the boarding gate one hour before departure.
Plan ahead to avoid congestion on the roads leading to the airport and in the car parks.
Digital services
Use the Emirates app to manage your booking, download your digital boarding pass and track your flight status.
Business Class passengers can pre-order their meals.
Check in via the app or website up to 48 hours before your flight.
Check-in and baggage drop
Bags can be dropped off free of charge at the airport 24 hours before travel, or 12 hours for passengers flying to the United States.
Once your bags are dropped off early, you can head straight to passport control on the day of travel.
Off-airport check-in centers
Complete travel formalities at the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) from 8 am to 10 pm.
Use the self-service kiosks, staffed counters or the "Sara" robot to complete check-in.
Home check-in service
Available in Dubai and Sharjah, covering check-in and baggage collection from your home, hotel or office.
The service is free for First Class passengers and Skywards Platinum members.
Getting around the airport
Use the free train between Concourses A and B.
Round-the-clock shuttle buses run between Concourses A and C every 20 minutes.
Dedicated buggies are available on request for First Class passengers, and public airport buggies are available for other travelers, with priority for the elderly, families and people of determination.
Baggage and electronic device rules
Power banks must be carried in hand luggage only and are not allowed in checked baggage.
Smart bags are permitted only if their batteries are removable.
E-cigarettes and portable incense burners must be carried in hand luggage and secured to prevent activation.
Onboard shopping
Items can be pre-ordered from EmiratesRED.com between 21 days and 40 hours before departure.
Orders are delivered to the passenger's seat on board.
A 10% discount is available during Eid Al Adha with the promo code REDMAG.
Services for people of determination
Two hours of free parking at the airport.
Priority at check-in, passport control and boarding.
A trained team of Emirates and airport staff to accompany travelers and ease their journey.
A comprehensive planning guide is available on the "Accessible Travel" page of the official website.
To view the post on the Emirates website, click here.
