Emirates takes off to Helsinki

Dubai, UAE, 1 October, 2026 : Emirates has departed Dubai for Helsinki, Finland, for the very first time. Emirates flight EK167 departed at 07.30hrs today with a near-full passenger and cargo load, including a VIP delegation and media onboard. With the new route, Emirates introduces the only year-round direct link between the UAE and Finland, unlocking enhanced opportunities for travellers. The new flight provides connectivity from nearly 140 points on the airline’s global network, including key points in Australia, Africa, Asia, and the Middle East, where demand for convenient and comfortable travel to Helsinki continues to grow. Emirates was honoured to welcome onboard Lieutenant Colonel Juma Abdulla Obaid Bin Subaih Alflasi, Acting Director of Passport Control, Terminal 3, General Directorate for Identity and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA). Fostering stronger tourism, trade and culture links between the UAE and Finland, His Excellency Mohamed Rashid bin Taliah, Assistant Minister of Cabinet Affairs for Government Knowledge Exchange joined the inaugural, along with a party of delegates from key areas of cooperation between Finland and the UAE, including cybersecurity, digital transfo