Emirates Airlines Lands in Colombia: Connecting Two Worlds Through the Sky
In an exciting development for the aviation industry and a significant milestone for Columbia, Emirates Airlines has announced its arrival in the South American country, establishing a connection between Bogotá and Dubai. This news marks a significant step in the global expansion of one of the world’s largest and most prestigious airlines.
The arrival of Emirates Airlines in Colombia has been enthusiastically welcomed by both business travelers and tourists, as they can now enjoy a connection between Bogotá and Dubai. This new service not only facilitates travel between the two cities but also opens doors to additional destinations in the Middle East, Asia, Africa, and beyond, thanks to Emirates’ extensive route network.
With this arrival, Emirates will create employment in the aviation sector and will stimulate competition in the market, leading to improved quality of services and more competitive prices for passengers. With the opportunity that passengers from the United States can also take advantage of this new route from Miami increasing the visitors to Colombia.
On the Summer schedule, the first flight, EK213, is scheduled for June 3, departing from Dubai at 2:15 AM (LT) and arriving in Miami at 10:05 AM (LT). Flight EK214 from Miami to Bogotá will depart at 12:35 PM (LT) and arrive in Bogotá at 3:25 PM (LT). The return flight to Dubai, EK214, will leave Bogotá at 5:25 PM (LT) and arrive in Miami at 10:15 PM (LT). From Miami, flight EK214 will depart at 12:45 AM and arrive in Dubai at 11:00 PM.
On the Winter Schedule, the first flight, EK213, is scheduled for November 3, departing from Dubai at 2:15 AM (LT) and arriving in Miami at 9:50 AM (LT). Flight EK214 from Miami to Bogotá will depart at 12:20 PM (LT) and arrive in Bogotá at 4:10 PM (LT). The return flight to Dubai, EK214, will leave Bogotá at 6:10 PM (LT) and arrive in Miami at 10:05 PM (LT). From Miami, flight EK214 will depart at 12:35 AM and arrive in Dubai at 11:50 PM.
The Boeing 777-300ER services will also offer up to 20 tonnes tonnes of capacity for cargo on each flight, opening up access to more global markets for Colombian exports such as fresh flowers, fruits and vegetables and other perishable goods.
Emirates’ Boeing 777-300ER aircraft will offer 354 seats across three cabins and will raise the bar for premium services on the Bogotá – Miami route. Lie-flat seats in First Class and Business Class, complimentary food and beverages are among the first-class amenities that Emirates will introduce on the direct services connecting Colombia and the U.S
Emirates offers a loyalty program called Emirates Skywards, where the passenger can access this membership, obtaining benefits such as double accumulation of points for its members on trips to Bogotá.
The fact that Bogotá has become New York of the southern hemisphere, the title of the “Athens of South America”, owes to its status as the principal tourist destination, important school, and center of culture. Besides, it is the most dynamic place for finance, playing host to numerous international companies, and creating a pull for MICE.
Emirates, with its global reach and recognition as one of the world’s leading airlines, also plays a crucial role in promoting Colombia as a tourist destination on the world stage. Beautiful places like The Coffee Region, the stunning beaches, and the rich history in Cartagena are some of the highlights that you surely don’t want to miss the opportunity to visit and fall more in love with during your Colombian trip.