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Cape Town – Emirates (www.Emirates.com) has launched a third daily flight on the Dubai-Cape Town route, with flight EK778 landing at Cape Town International Airport at 18:05 on Wednesday, 1 July 2026. This marks the flight’s first arrival.
The occasion also heralds the debut of Emirates’ state-of-the-art Airbus A350 in South Africa.
The A350 (https://apo-opa.co/3ReSghd) is the latest aircraft to bolster Emirates’ all-widebody fleet, offering travelers an enhanced in-flight experience.
With bright and spacious cabins designed for optimal comfort throughout all classes, the A350 incorporates cutting-edge technology and improved entertainment features to enrich the travel experience.
This new deployment also increases the availability of the airline’s renowned Premium Economy cabin, which was introduced in South Africa in September 2025 and has received excellent traveler feedback.
Afzal Parambil, Emirates’ Regional Manager for Southern Africa, commented, “Cape Town has consistently been a favorite destination within our African network.
“The addition of a third daily service, utilizing our latest aircraft, highlights our dedication to this region.
“This new flight provides travelers with more options and easier connections to our worldwide network via Dubai, while the A350 significantly enhances the passenger experience.”
“We are grateful to the South African authorities for their assistance in launching this new service, and we eagerly await to welcome passengers on board.”
The new flight enhances connectivity for South African passengers, offering more choices, flexibility, and improved access to Emirates’ extensive global network through Dubai, particularly for long-haul destinations in West Asia, Australasia, and the Far East.
This service rollout is a continuation of the agreement reached in April 2026 between Emirates and Wesgro, the agency promoting tourism, trade, and investment for Cape Town and the Western Cape.
Both organizations are working together to attract more visitors from key regions, including the Gulf, the Far East, and India.
In addition to Cape Town, Emirates has also reinstated its fourth daily flight to Johannesburg starting 1 July 2026, bringing the total weekly flights to Dubai to 56 from its three South African gateways.
Furthermore, this service is bolstered by the seasonal operation of a second A380 service to Johannesburg.
Flights EK761 and EK762 will now be serviced by a fully retrofitted A380, featuring the highly desired Premium Economy cabin and the latest cabin interiors, enhancing Emirates’ premium offerings at South Africa’s busiest international airport.
By augmenting its flight frequencies, Emirates aims to meet growing passenger demand and facilitate international trade.
Through the effective use of belly capacity in the Boeing 777 and A350, along with its daily Durban flight, Emirates SkyCargo efficiently transports vital goods from South Africa, including fresh produce, dairy products, seafood, and cut flowers, to global markets, swiftly connecting South African businesses with their overseas clients.
For more information or to book your tickets, please visit www.Emirates.com. Tickets can also be purchased via the Emirates App, retail outlets, the Emirates contact center, or through travel agents.
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