Emirates has today announced an expansion of their global network with the introduction of new service to Shenzhen in China, Da Nang in Vietnam and Siem Reap in Cambodia. Shenzhen flights will operate daily, while Da Nang and Siem Reap will see weekly service.
On Monday (March 3, 2025), Emirates announced an expansion of their global network with the launch of new service to Shenzhen (China), Da Nang (Vietnam), and Siem Reap (Cambodia). Starting July 1st, 2025, Emirates will become the only Middle Eastern carrier to offer daily service to Shenzhen. Four weekly flights to Da Nang will start on June 2nd, while three weekly flights to Siem Reap will commence on June 3rd, 2025. Flights to Da Nang and Siem Reap will both operate via Bangkok, Thailand. With the added routes, Emirates will offer the largest and most diversified network among any non-Asian airline in East Asia, with 269 weekly flights from Dubai to 24 points.
In Monday’s announcement, Emirates’ Deputy President and Chief Commercial officer, Adnan Kazim, said,
“We remain committed to offering business and leisure travellers unparalleled access to Southeast Asia and the broader East Asia region by delivering an extensive flight schedule. Our expansion into Shenzhen opens new doors for business and economic exchange between this technological powerhouse and global markets. As we prepare to launch operations, we extend our gratitude to the Chinese authorities and airport partners for their ongoing support and are committed to ensuring this route’s success while fostering cultural bonds and unlocking future economic potential.
“Vietnam holds a strategic place in our Southeast Asia network. Our decision to expand operations to Da Nang as our third point in Vietnam comes at an opportune moment, following the landmark Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between the UAE and Vietnam. We are confident that our new service will elevate the existing bilateral trade and commercial collaboration between our nations. We extend our gratitude to our local partners and Da Nang International Airport for their support. Emirates is also making it easier for travellers to connect to Siem Reap, home to Angkor Wat, one of Cambodia’s most popular destinations with its incredible ancient wonders and natural beauty. With the addition of these new gateways, we’re strengthening our links, giving customers more choice, offering an unparalleled onboard experience and ensuring seamless and convenient connections to and from China’s largest cities, Vietnam’s emerging economic and leisure hubs, and Cambodia’s touristic treasures.”
Emirates flight EK328 will depart from Dubai at 10:05, arriving in Shenzhen at 22:00. The return flight, EK329, departs Shenzhen at 23:55, and lands in Dubai at 03:40+1. Shenzhen will become the airline’s first destination in China to be serviced with the carrier’s newly refreshed Boeing 777-300ER, featuring eight private First Class suites, 40 lie-flat Business Class seats, 24 Premium Economy, and 260 spacious Economy Class seats.
Emirates’ four weekly flights to Da Nang via Bangkok will become the carrier’s third destination in Vietnam, complementing existing service to Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. Da Nang flights will operate four times weekly on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays with a Boeing 777. Flight EK370 will depart Dubai at 09:00, and arrives in Bangkok at 18:25. The flight will then depart from Bangkok at 20:10, arriving in Da Nang at 21:50. The return flight, EK371, will depart Da Nang at 23:30, and arrives in Bangkok at 01:10+1. The flight will then take off at 03:40, arriving in Dubai at 06:50 (all times local).
The carrier’s three weekly flights to Siem Reap will operate on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Flight EK370 will depart from Dubai at 09:00 and arrives in Bangkok at 18:25. The flight will then depart Bangkok at 20:20 and arrives in Siem Reap at 21:30. The return flight, EK371, departs Siem Reap at 23:50 and arrives in Bangkok at 01:10+1. The flight will then take off at 03:40, arriving in Dubai at 06:50 (all times local). Service to both Da Nang and Siem Reap will be operated with a two-class Boeing 777-300ER, featuring 35 lie-flat Business Class seats and 386 Spacious Economy seats.
Customers who would like to plan multi-city itineraries can do so via Bangkok, which is served five times daily, and can then connect to Da Nang or Siem Reap. Emirates’ premium Guests waiting to connect through Bangkok can relax in the airline’s newly expanded lounge.
Source: Emirates