Emirates A350 Begins Service to Amman Ahead of Schedule
Emirates has launched its brand-new A350 on regular service between Dubai and Amman, touching down at Queen Alia International Airport in the early hours of 20 May—two weeks ahead of its originally scheduled debut.
Flight EK905 departed Dubai at 10:10 PM on 19 May and landed in Amman at 12:15 AM. The return flight, EK906, took off from Amman at 2:05 AM and arrived in Dubai at 6:05 AM. The A350 will now operate on Emirates' second daily rotation between the two cities.
The state-of-the-art aircraft features 312 seats across three classes: 32 Business Class lie-flat seats in a 1-2-1 layout, 21 Premium Economy seats, and 259 Economy Class seats. Designed for enhanced comfort, the cabin offers higher ceilings, wider aisles, quieter travel, and the latest in-flight entertainment system, along with faster Wi-Fi and improved lighting and seating.
The deployment of the A350 to Amman marks a new chapter in Emirates' longstanding partnership with Jordan, which began in 1986. The move underscores the airline's continued investment in the Jordanian market and its commitment to boosting connectivity, tourism, and trade.
In addition to the A350, Emirates also operates its flagship A380 aircraft on its other daily Dubai-Amman service. The A350 is currently flying to six short and medium-haul destinations, including Edinburgh and Mumbai, with plans to expand to 17 cities by year's end.
Bookings can be made via emirates.com , the Emirates App, retail outlets, contact centres, or through travel agents.
News Source: Dubai Media Office
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