Emirates has issued an advisory for passengers travelling from Dubai’s Terminal 3 between April 18-21, as more than 300,000 travellers are expected to begin their journeys during this period.
The airline has urged customers to arrive at the airport well in advance and ensure all travel documentation is prepared to avoid potential delays caused by anticipated congestion.
The airline has highlighted several check-in options available to passengers to streamline their airport experience.
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Travellers can complete online check-in through emirates.com or the Emirates App 48 hours before departure and receive a digital boarding pass.
For those preferring in-person check-in, Terminal 3 counters will open 24 hours prior to flight departure, with the exception of US-bound flights, which open 12 hours before departure.
Emirates recommends passengers drop bags the night before or check in earlier to proceed directly to Immigration or use the biometric gates.
Additional check-in locations include the City Check-In & Travel Store at ICD Brookfield Place in DIFC, open from 24 hours up to 4 hours before departure (excluding US-bound flights), and Ajman Central Bus Terminal, also available from 24 hours up to 4 hours before departure.
The airline has emphasised strict adherence to security and boarding timelines. All passengers must clear passport control and security at least 90 minutes before departure.
Premium Economy and Economy Class passengers should arrive at boarding gates 60 minutes prior to departure, while First and Business Class passengers need to be at gates 45 minutes before departure.
The UAE carrier has confirmed that boarding gates will close 20 minutes before flight departure and late arrivals will not be accommodated, as the airline aims to maintain schedule integrity.
