Emirates arrives in Helsinki for the first time

Helsinki, Finland, 2 October 2026 – Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, has touched down in Helsinki for the first time. The launch of the daily flight marks the only year-round, direct connectivity between Finland and the UAE, introducing consistent and reliable services to unlock new leisure, corporate and trade opportunities for both countries. Flight EK167 arrived at Helsinki Airport at 13:30 and was met by Her Excellency Amna Fikri, UAE Ambassador to Finland and Non-Resident Ambassador to Estonia; Petri Vuori, Senior Vice President of Route Development from Finavia; and Pierfrancesco Carino, Vice President of Commercial Operations, North and West Europe, Emirates; along with a group of dignitaries, government representatives, media, guests and members of the travel industry. The Emirates delegation on the inaugural was led by Adnan Kazim, Deputy President and Chief Commercial Officer, Emirates, along with a VIP delegation. In addition to customers from Dubai, the inaugural flight carried passengers from over 20 cities on Emirates’ global network including Mumbai, Taipei, Ho Chi Minh City and Sydney. Passengers received commemorative keepsakes including a colle