Emirates Is Bringing Its New Airbus A350 to the U.S. for the First Time

Updated: October 2, 2026, 10:46am CDT

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Emirates’ A350 Comes to Orlando November 1
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U.S. travelers will soon have a much easier way to experience Emirates’ newest aircraft without having to travel abroad first.

Starting November 1, 2026, Emirates will fly its Airbus A350 daily between Orlando (MCO) and Dubai (DXB), marking the first time the airline has scheduled the aircraft on a U.S. route. The A350 will replace the Boeing 777 currently flying between the 2 cities.

For Floridians in particular, this is an exciting upgrade — it introduces Emirates’ premium economy product to Orlando, along with a much more modern business class cabin.

Here’s what you should know.

Emirates’ A350 Comes to Orlando November 1

Emirates will deploy the A350 on its daily Orlando route beginning November 1. The aircraft has 32 business class seats in a 1-2-1 configuration, 28 premium economy seats, and 238 economy seats. Notably, there is no first class cabin on this aircraft.

Emirates Airbus A350 business class cabin design — Emirates’ A350 business class cabin features 32 seats. Image Credit: Daniel Ross

The A350 will operate daily between Orlando and Dubai beginning November 1, 2026, with the following schedule:

Depart Dubai (DXB) 3:05 a.m. — Arrive Orlando (MCO) 10:20 a.m.
Depart Orlando (MCO) 8:20 p.m. — Arrive Dubai (DXB) 7:10 p.m. (+1)

The arrival of the A350 also means Emirates’ new premium economy product is finally coming to Orlando. Seats are 19.5 inches wide and feature additional legroom and recline, adjustable headrests, footrests, charging ports, and 13.3-inch entertainment screens. Premium economy passengers also receive an upgraded meal service with Royal Doulton china.

Emirates Airbus A350 premium economy middle seats — Premium economy brings extra comfort without the business class price. Image Credit: Daniel Ross

Travelers can already book the new A350 service with Emirates Skywards miles, with points transferable from American Express Membership Rewards, Bilt Rewards, Capital One miles, Citi ThankYou Rewards, and Marriott Bonvoy.

Hot Tip:

Upgraded Points’ Daniel Ross flew Emirates’ A350 business class on its inaugural flight from Edinburgh (EDI) to Dubai (DXB). He was impressed by the modern cabin, comfortable lie-flat seat, crisp 4K entertainment screen, and fast Viasat Wi-Fi.

Final Thoughts

This is a major upgrade for Emirates passengers in the U.S., and especially those in Florida. Orlando will become the first U.S. gateway to get regularly scheduled Emirates A350 service, bringing the airline’s newest business class product and premium economy closer to home for the first time.

If you’re headed to Dubai — or connecting onward through Emirates’ massive network — Orlando will soon be one of the more interesting U.S. gateways from which to start the trip.