Emirates to Launch Airbus A350 to Kuwait & Bahrain

Emirates Airlines is gearing up to elevate its Gulf operations by introducing its latest Airbus A350 aircraft on routes to Kuwait and Bahrain. Starting January 8, 2025, these destinations will join Emirates’ growing network of cities served by the advanced aircraft.

This move highlights the airline's commitment to offering premium air travel experiences in the region, with Kuwait and Bahrain becoming the second and third destinations to welcome the A350 after its initial rollout.

Flight Schedules for Kuwait and Bahrain

The new A350 service to Kuwait will operate on flights EK853 and EK854. Passengers can board EK853 from Dubai at 1:25 AM, arriving in Kuwait at 2:15 AM. The return flight, EK854, departs Kuwait at 3:40 AM and lands back in Dubai at 6:25 AM.

For Bahrain, Emirates will deploy the A350 on two of its three daily flight pairs. The first service, EK837, leaves Dubai at 8:20 AM, reaching Bahrain at 8:40 AM. The return flight, EK838, departs Bahrain at 10:00 AM and arrives in Dubai at 12:15 PM.

The second daily service, EK839, takes off from Dubai at 4:00 PM and lands in Bahrain at 4:20 PM. The return flight, EK840, leaves Bahrain at 5:45 PM and touches down in Dubai at 8:00 PM.

A350 Features: A New Standard in Comfort

Passengers aboard the Airbus A350 can expect exceptional comfort across all three cabin classes. The aircraft offers 312 seats, including:

32 Business Class pods in a 1-2-1 layout for added privacy.

1 Premium Economy seats in a 2-3-2 configuration.

259 Economy Class seats arranged in a 3-3-3 layout.

With high ceilings, wider aisles, and enhanced cabin space, the A350 delivers a superior in-flight experience. Advanced features include upgraded Wi-Fi connectivity and Emirates’ latest ice inflight entertainment system, offering a cinematic interface and a vast library of on-demand content.

Strengthening Regional Connections

Emirates has a long-standing relationship with Kuwait, operating 29 weekly flights to the city since 1989. Kuwait was also the second destination to showcase Emirates’ Premium Economy cabin and revamped Business Class seats, following the retrofitted Boeing 777 introduction in late 2024.

Similarly, Bahrain remains a vital part of Emirates’ network, with 22 weekly flights now served by a combination of Boeing 777 and Airbus A350 aircraft. This mixed fleet approach ensures passengers benefit from Emirates’ signature service and cutting-edge aviation technology.