UAE travel: Dubai’s Emirates issues advisory ahead of weekend rush; 300,000 passengers expected
Over 300,000 travellers anticipated to travel between April 18 and 21
Dubai: Emirates has issued an advisory for passengers travelling through Terminal 3 at Dubai International Airport this weekend, anticipating a significant surge in traffic. The airline expects over 300,000 travellers to commence their journeys from today, April 18, through to Monday, April 21, the airline said in a statement.
With potential congestion expected inside and around Terminal 3, Emirates is urging passengers to arrive at the airport well before their scheduled departure times and to ensure all necessary travel documents are readily available to avoid any delays.
Emirates has shared a range of convenient check-in options to facilitate a smoother departure process. Emirates said passengers can utilise online check-in via the Emirates website (emirates.com) or the Emirates App, which opens 48 hours before departure and provides a digital boarding pass.
For those preferring airport check-ins, counters at Terminal 3 will open 24 hours before the departure, except for US-bound flights, which counters open 12 hours prior, the airline has said.
Emirates has also encouraged passengers to take advantage of dropping off their bags the night before their flight or checking in earlier to allow ample time to proceed through immigration and security.
The airport is also offering convenient biometric gates for swift clearance.
In addition to Terminal 3 check-in, Emirates passengers have the following options:
City Check-In and travel store at ICD Brookfield Place in DIFC: Open 24 hours up to 4 hours before departure (excluding US-bound flights).
Ajman Central Bus Terminal: Check-in available from 24 hours up to 4 hours before departure.
Adhere to advised timings for completing pre-flight procedures. Passengers must clear passport control and security checks at least 90 minutes before their flight's departure. Passengers travelling in Premium Economy or Economy Class should be at their boarding gate no later than 60 minutes before departure. First and Business Class passengers are advised to arrive at the gate at least 45 minutes before departure.
The airline has stated that boarding gates will close strictly 20 minutes before the scheduled departure time, and late arrivals will not be accepted for travel. These timings for check-in and gate closure will be strictly enforced to ensure all flights depart on time, said Emirates.
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