Emirates Brings the A380 to Delhi From 25 October, With Premium Economy Now on Every Dubai Flight

Emirates has confirmed that its flagship Airbus A380 will begin flying between Dubai and Delhi from 25 October 2026, operating as flights EK512 and EK513 in a four-class configuration alongside the airline's existing First, Business and Economy cabins. The move brings the world's largest passenger aircraft to Indira Gandhi International Airport on a route already served multiple times daily by the carrier's Boeing 777s.

Premium Economy across the whole Delhi schedule

Emirates says its three other daily Dubai-Delhi services, operated by retrofitted Boeing 777s, are also being upgraded to a four-class layout, meaning Premium Economy will become available across the airline's entire Delhi schedule once the changes are complete. The carrier has described the A380 addition as part of a broader Premium Economy rollout that, by October 2026, is set to extend the cabin to six Indian cities in total: Delhi, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Kolkata and Kochi.

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Why it matters for Indian travellers

For travellers connecting onward through Dubai to Europe, the Americas or elsewhere in the Gulf, the change means more seats, and a wider mix of cabin options, on one of the busiest India-Gulf corridors. Premium Economy sits between Business and Economy in price and comfort, and its expansion to more Indian gateways gives fliers on a tighter budget than Business class a genuine step up over standard Economy for long-haul connections.

Traveller tips

• The A380 service is scheduled to begin 25 October 2026; confirm current flight numbers, aircraft type and cabin availability directly with Emirates or a travel agent before booking, since schedules and aircraft swaps can change.
• Premium Economy fares typically need to be booked as a distinct cabin class rather than an upgrade purchased at check-in, so compare fares at the time of booking.
• Passengers connecting through Dubai should check individual sector aircraft, since not every Delhi-Dubai flight will be operated by the A380 initially.
• Always verify current visa, baggage and check-in requirements on Emirates' official website ahead of travel.