Expansion of Premium Economy Class on Air Routes to the Maldives and Sri Lanka by Emirates
Emirates, the Dubai-based international airline, is set to enhance its services on the Dubai-Colombo route starting 18th July 2025. The airline will introduce a four-class Boeing 777 aircraft, featuring Premium Economy cabins, on the second daily flight between Dubai and Colombo (flight numbers EK650/651) [1][2][3][4][5].
The Premium Economy cabin, inspired by the Emirates A380, offers 24 spacious seats in a 2-4-2 layout. Passengers can enjoy a generous baggage allowance of 35kg for checked-in and 10kg for carry-on [6]. The seats feature 6-way adjustable headrests, providing added comfort during long-haul flights [7].
The redesigned Business Class cabin on the retrofitted Boeing 777 mirrors the luxurious ambiance of the Emirates A380, with flatbed seats ensuring a comfortable journey [8]. The First Class cabin, also redesigned, offers large HD entertainment screens for an immersive in-flight experience [9].
The retrofitted Boeing 777 boasts refreshed interiors across all cabins, reflecting Emirates' commitment to providing a superior travel experience [10]. Passengers can book their flights on this upgraded aircraft via emirates.com, the Emirates App, or through travel agents and retail stores [11].
With the introduction of the Premium Economy cabin, Emirates' Premium Economy footprint now includes over 40 routes globally [12]. This move marks the airline's second daily Sri Lanka service to feature Premium Economy, making travel between Dubai and Colombo more comfortable and enjoyable [1].
The Dubai-Colombo route EK650/651 will become the airline's second daily Sri Lanka service to feature Premium Economy starting 18th July [13]. Emirates continues to innovate and improve its services, offering passengers a more comfortable and enjoyable travel experience. [14]
- The upgraded Boeing 777, featuring a Premium Economy cabin, will enhance the Dubai-Colombo route's business on Emirates starting 18th July 2025.
- Emirates' Premium Economy footprint has expanded globally, now including over 40 routes, with the Dubai-Colombo route being one of them.
- The redesigned Business Class cabin and First Class cabin, along with the new Premium Economy cabin, reflect Emirates' commitment to providing a luxurious and comfortable travel experience.
- Passengers can now enjoy a more comfortable journey on the Dubai-Colombo route EK650/651, as it becomes the second Emirates' Sri Lanka service to feature Premium Economy, starting from 18th July 2025.
