Passengers travelling in First or Business class are permitted two items of carry-on baggage; one briefcase (max 18 x 14 x 8 inches) plus either a handbag (max 22 x 15 x 8 inches) or a garment bag (max 8 inches thick when folded). The weight of any item must not exceed 7kg.

Economy class passengers are permitted one item of carry-on baggage, which must not exceed 55 x 38 x 20cm, and not exceed 7kg in weight.

The airline has a baggage allowance calculator where passengers can enter their itinerary and class of travel to find out the exact allowance of their flight. This tool can be found here.

Economy passengers with a ‘Special’ ticket are permitted 20kg of checked luggage. Economy passengers with a ‘Saver’ or ‘Flex’ ticket are allowed 30kg of checked luggage, and passengers with a ‘Flex Plus’ ticket are permitted 35kg of checked luggage.

Business class passengers are permitted 40kg of checked luggage.

First class passengers are permitted 50kg of checked luggage.

Passengers can check in as many pieces of baggage they like, but no individual item can exceed 32kg. In addition, the size of each bag must not exceed a combined dimension of 118 inches (length x width x height).

Passengers in economy class can check in 2 x 23 kg bags, and passengers in first or business class can check in 2 x 32 kg bags.

Economy class is a comfortable and affordable class for everyone. Emirates offers Economy classes in two segments, Special or Saver fare.

Economy Class Facilities

Economy Class facilities include inflight entertainment for both adults and young flyers, WI-FI and in-flight meal.

The in-flight entertainment is for both young travellers and adults so lots to watch and enjoy.

The meal in Economy class is made by globally renowned chefs with flavours based on the region you are either flying to or from.

A complimentary drink is included or you can choose to have champagne for a fee.

Economy Class Seats

The Economy Class seats on either Special or Saver fare can be booked online with Alternative Airlines or when check-in opens. We will do our utmost to ensure that Infants and children are sat together with families. Economy seats for Emirates have been ranked as one of the best for economy class, with their comfort and spacious qualities.

Emirates Business Class allows passengers maximum comfort, a delicious range of foods and world-class entertainment. You'll arrive inspired after flying business class.

Business Class Facilities

The Business Class experience, for passengers flying on A380 and Boeing 777 aircraft from Dubai, begins with a chauffeur-driven ride to the airport. On arrival, passengers will enjoy a swift check-in and access to the Emirates lounge and champagne bar. Once on board, passengers have access to Emirate's world-class entertainment system and their own personal mini bar. Passengers can enjoy live sports entertainment as well as catching up on work with the complimentary onboard WIFI.

Business Class Special Fare

Emirates has introduced a new special fare option for its business class passengers. This special business class fare will be a discounted fare, through which passengers will still be able to enjoy the award-winning services and products on-board emirates business class, including a generous baggage allowance of 40 kg, priority boarding and complimentary seat selection. but won't have access to the following services and rewards:

• No Chauffer-drive service (CDS)
• No lounge access (unless allowed by a member's skywards tier benefits)
• No upgrades to first class will be permitted against miles
• Restricted mileage earning
• No front end discounts will apply to this fare class.

This is an excellent cost saving option for those customers who want to feel the luxurious business class experience of Emirates without the extra add-ons stated above.

What are Business Class Seats Like?

On board the A380 and Boeing 777 planes, Business Class passengers are given maximum privacy and ample legroom. When it's time to sleep, your seat will fully recline to create a fully-flat bed. You'll arrive at your destination relaxed and ready to start the day.

Your Emirates First Class flight experience all starts with a chauffeur-driven ride to the airport in their flagships Mercedes Benz-S class.

First Class Facilities

At the First Class lounge in Dubai, passengers can enjoy a cigar bar as well as choose from an excellent range of wines from the lounge's cellar. On board the aircraft, you can sit back and relax while enjoying entertainment on your personal widescreen TV screen. Choose from thousands of movies and even watch live sport. It's easy to keep up-to-date with life on the ground with free WI-FI. You can also choose from an excellent range of drinks from the onboard lounge.

What are First Class Seats Like?

Passengers can enjoy maximum privacy by simply touching the close doors buttons on their control pad. Allowing them to pass the time on their flight in maximum privacy. If you need to refresh while on your flight, you can take a shower in the onboard shower spa.

Emirates give all passengers 20MB of free WIFI for the first two hours of service on most flights. After that, passengers can purchase 150MB of data for $9.99 USD and 500MB of data for $15.99 USD. If you're a Skywards member, you will receive discounts on inflight WIFI.

The airline offers online check-in from the airline website. This service opens 48 hours before, closing 90 minutes before the scheduled flight departure time.

Passengers who have not checked in for their flights online must do so at the Emirates check-in desk. The airport check-in time will vary depending on the departure airport.

Emirates offer a specially crafted meal for each class and flight. Check the menu of your flight to find out what will be served on your flight by entering your flight details and class here, as the menus vary between classes, time of day and duration of flight.

Economy class passengers can choose from a menu inspired by their destination. Often will be a 3 course meal and snack, depending on the route duration and time.

The menu for business class is also inspired by the passenger’s destination, with a 3 course meal and snacks included. View the menu for your flight to see the options which you can choose from.

First Class passengers can enjoy gourmet dishes in the sky, inspired by the region. Included in the 3 course meal is an appetiser, main course, side dish with freshly baked bread, a dessert and a cheese board. Passengers travelling in first class can order food to their private suite, of visit the onboard lounge to sample canapes and drinks.

All meals are halal. Food allergies, contact airline before departure to arrange alternative meal, or speak to crew on board to find out more about allergens and nutrients. Read more about flying with a nut allergy here.

Passengers wishing to book a special meal such as vegan and vegetarian or to suit medical, dietary or religious requirements must book their meal or request at least 24 hours before your flight.

The following is the list of special meals that Emirates offer:

Religious Meals

Indian Vegetarian Meal (AVML)

Vegetarian Jain Meal (VJML)

Non Vegetarian Hindu Meal (HNML)

Kosher Meal (KML)

Medical and Dietary Meals

Bland Meal (BLML)

Low Salt Meal (LSML)

Diabetic Meal (DBML)

Non-Lactose Meal (NLML)

Fruit Platter (FPML)

Gluten Free Meal (GFML)

Low Cholesterol / Low Fat Mal (LFML)

Vegetarian Meals

Vegan Meal (VGML)

Raw Vegetable Meal (RVML)

Baby and Child Meals

Child Meal (CHML)

Baby Meal (BBML)

Emirates offer a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, including spirits, cocktails, mocktails, fine wines, beers and also soft drinks, juices and hot drinks.

Economy Class passengers are given complimentary soft drinks, teas and coffee, with alcoholic beverages available to purchase.

Business Class and First Class passengers are offered complimentary champagne, wine, spirits, beer and soft drinks which are served with their meal, with additional drinks available to order to their suite or at the on board lounge.