Emirates has announced it will introduce a fourth daily service between Dubai and London Gatwick, further strengthening its presence on this flagship route.
Starting October 1, Emirates will operate this new frequency using its state-of-the-art Boeing 777-300ER, featuring three distinct cabin classes: eight First Class Private Suites, 42 fully lie-flat Business Class seats, and 310 Economy Class seats. This addition brings Emirates’ total number of daily London flights to ten, including six to Heathrow, ensuring unrivaled connectivity for travelers to the UK’s capital and reflecting robust demand for premium travel experiences.
Since launching flights to London Gatwick in July 1987, Emirates has flown more than 10 million passengers on this route. "London remains a global epicenter for commerce, tourism, and culture, attracting discerning travelers worldwide," shared Hubert Frach, Divisional Senior Vice President, Commercial Operations, West at Emirates. "With the UK continuing to be a top destination from Dubai and a thriving British expatriate community in the Emirates, our expanded schedule meets the evolving needs of both leisure and business travelers."
From October 1, flight EK023 will depart Dubai at 09:50, arriving at London Gatwick at 14:30. The return service, EK024, leaves Gatwick at 16:50 and touches down in Dubai at 02:40 the following morning. These timings are strategically designed to provide smooth onward connections to Emirates’ global network, including key destinations across the Middle East, Asia, and Australasia.
Stewart Wingate, CEO of Gatwick Airport, welcomed the announcement: “We are thrilled that Emirates is introducing a fourth daily frequency to Dubai. Our collaboration continues to deliver a premium experience for international travelers, and this increased capacity complements Gatwick’s expanding portfolio of over 50 long-haul destinations served this year alone.”
According to the latest Frontier Economics analysis, Emirates’ operations in the UK now contribute more than £2 billion annually to the British economy and support upwards of 29,700 jobs, underscoring the airline’s pivotal role in the nation’s aviation and tourism sectors.