Emirates Gears Up for Record-Breaking Travel Volumes During Eid Al Fitr

Shahba Mayyeri -

Emirates anticipates a surge in travel activity ahead of and during the Eid Al Fitr holidays, with over 80,000 passengers expected to travel daily through Dubai International Airport Terminal 3 on peak days: 28–29 March and 5–6 April.

To ensure a smooth travel experience, Emirates urges all passengers to arrive at the airport up to 3 hours before departure, as heavy traffic and congestion are expected around Terminal 3 entrances.

Passengers can take advantage of Emirates’ wide range of early and remote check-in services, including:

  • Online check-in via emirates.com or the Emirates App (opens 48 hours before departure)
  • Emirates City Check-in & Travel Store at ICD Brookfield Place (24–4 hours before departure; not available for US-bound flights)
  • Home check-in service from hotel or residence
  • Self-check-in kiosks and bag drop at Terminal 3
  • Mobile check-in ports throughout the terminal
  • Ajman Central Bus Terminal check-in (for northern Emirates; 24–4 hours before departure)

Early Bag Drop & Night-Before Check-In:

  • Free night-before luggage drop-off at the airport
  • Early check-in up to 24 hours before departure (12 hours for US-bound flights)

Key Timings:

  • Clear immigration and security: 90 minutes before flight
  • Gate arrival:
    • 60 minutes before departure (Economy & Premium Economy)
    • 45 minutes before departure (First & Business Class)
  • Boarding gates close: 20 minutes before departure
  • Late passengers will not be accepted for travel

Emirates reminds all customers that check-in and gate closure timings will be strictly enforced to ensure on-time departures during this peak period.

News Source: Dubai Media Office