Emirates Adjusts Gulf Travel with New Aircraft on Key Route

By Ivan PetrenkoJul 9, 2025 09:29 AMNews
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New aircraft type in daily Gulf service. Source: unsplash

On 8 July 2025, Emirates began operating its Dubai to Dammam service using the Airbus A350. This marks the first time this wide-body aircraft has been assigned to scheduled flights serving Dammam, adding a new element to one of the Gulf region's busiest and most frequently used short-haul corridors. The change aligns with broader shifts in regional travel planning, where airlines are adapting aircraft types to match growing passenger volumes and evolving route demands.

Flights now leave Dubai early in the morning and return from Dammam before noon. This adjusted schedule enables travellers to make same-day returns or extend their stays based on personal or business needs. The Airbus A350 provides a notable increase in seat capacity when compared to previous aircraft on this route. It also allows the airline to streamline its operations while accommodating consistent demand across multiple travel segments including business, transit, and local tourism.

Economy class seating inside an Emirates Airbus A350
Increased seat capacity on updated route. Source: Emirates

If you're spending time in Dubai, take a wander over to the Al Seef district, where old-style buildings and modern design seem to meet halfway along the edge of the creek. The area is known for its walking paths and relaxed waterfront setting. Jumeirah Open Beach is another option for those seeking open views of the coastline, with a long stretch of public shore accessible for walking or resting by the sea.

Those arriving in Dammam have quick access to Half Moon Bay, a coastal area with wide sandy beaches often used by visitors looking for quieter surroundings. It’s the kind of place people drift toward when city noise gets tiring and the sound of waves feels like the better option. Just around the corner, Al Khobar stretches out with its seaside walkway where you can stroll beside the water and stop at a quiet café to watch the world drift by.

Traditional wooden boat on the shore in Dammam, Saudi Arabia
Traditional dhow seen along Dammam’s coast. Source: unsplash

The decision to fly the Airbus A350 on this route hints at a quiet shift in how short Gulf flights are being handled these days. Thanks to steady flight times and easier ways to hop onto local transport, getting from one city to the other now feels less like a scramble and more like a trip that flows. Travellers going between Dubai and Dammam can count on a more steady experience, whether they're visiting for work, holiday, or just passing through.

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