Emirates Restarts Flights to Beirut and Baghdad
Emirates Resumes Flights to Beirut and Baghdad: Service Set to Restart on February 1, 2025
Emirates Airlines has announced the highly anticipated resumption of its flight operations to Beirut–Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) in Lebanon and Baghdad International Airport (BGW) in Iraq, starting February 1, 2025. This comes after a temporary suspension lasting approximately four months due to regional conflicts following Israel’s invasion of Southern Lebanon in September 2024. With a ceasefire agreement in place extending until February 18, 2025, travelers can look forward to convenient access between Dubai and these key Middle Eastern destinations.
Key Details About Emirates’ Flight Schedule
Beginning on February 1, 2025, Emirates will operate daily flights to Beirut and Baghdad using its state-of-the-art Boeing 777-300ER aircraft, offering three classes of service to cater to various passenger needs. Here’s what you need to know about the new flight schedules:
Beirut Flight Schedule
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Daily Flights Starting February 1, 2025
- EK953: Departs Dubai at 11:30 AM, arrives in Beirut at 2:00 PM
- EK954: Departs Beirut at 3:30 PM, arrives in Dubai at 9:20 PM
- Additional Daily Service from April 1, 2025
- EK957: Departs Dubai at 7:30 AM, arrives in Beirut at 10:30 AM
- EK958: Departs Beirut at 12:05 PM, arrives in Dubai at 4:55 PM
Baghdad Flight Schedule
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Sunday, Monday, and Wednesday
- EK941: Departs Dubai at 8:05 AM, arrives in Baghdad at 9:50 AM
- EK942: Departs Baghdad at 11:25 AM, arrives in Dubai at 2:35 PM
- Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
- EK943: Departs Dubai at 1:00 PM, arrives in Baghdad at 2:25 PM
- EK944: Departs Baghdad at 3:55 PM, arrives in Dubai at 7:10 PM
Context of the Resumption
The temporary suspension of flights was mirrored by other airlines such as Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, Lufthansa, and Egyptair, all of which halted their services to Beirut amid escalating tensions in the region. The decision to resume flights reflects a stabilization in the area, enhancing connectivity and providing more travel options for passengers heading to Lebanon and Iraq.
For travelers planning their journeys, it’s advisable to book flights in advance, given the high demand for travel to these popular destinations.
Conclusion
With the resumption of Emirates flights to Beirut and Baghdad set for February 1, 2025, travelers can once again enjoy seamless connectivity from Dubai. Stay informed about the latest travel news and updates by visiting the Emirates website or checking with local travel agencies.
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