flew first class from san francisco to dubai recently, and wow, the experience was unbeatable. the private suite and gourmet meals made the long haul actually enjoyable. crew went above and beyond to anticipate every need.
richard_87
Toronto, Canada
4.0
Unexpected extra fees and slow support
My trip started off rough when I realized that baggage fees were much higher than quoted during booking. Tried contacting customer support via chat, but the responses took ages and often didn’t address my issue properly. Onboard, the food was decent, but the delay on my return flight added to the stress. Hope they improve transparency around fees because this felt like a hidden cost nightmare. I've flown Emirates before and never had this problem, so pretty bummed this time around.
anna_g
Amsterdam, Netherlands
4.0
Pleasant flight, friendly crew
Had a great experience flying economy from Amsterdam to Dubai. Crew members were super friendly and helped me with my special meal request without any fuss. Entertainment options were diverse, which helped the time fly by.
sophia.k
Berlin, Germany
4.0
Efficient check-in but tight seats
Check-in online was easy and quick. The only downside was the legroom in economy on my flight to Dubai felt a bit cramped for such a long duration.
jetsetter92
Dubai, UAE
5.0
Top-notch onboard service!
Every time I fly Emirates, the crew impresses me with their warmth and professionalism. The food selection on the Dubai to New York route was excellent, and I loved the lie-flat beds in first class. Makes those long flights much better for sure!
sarah.jones
New York, USA
4.0
Smooth check-in but delayed departure
Booked business class from JFK to Dubai, and the check-in process was pretty smooth online. However, our flight got delayed by nearly two hours without much explanation from the crew which was frustrating. The in-flight amenities were nice though, especially the entertainment system.
emmaW88
Toronto, Canada
4.0
Good flight, comfy seats
Flight was comfy and crew was friendly.
tony303
Paris, France
3.0
Seats cramped, meh service
Seats felt tight on this one.
michael_b
London, UK
5.0
Excellent long-haul experience
I flew Emirates from London to Sydney in economy plus, and honestly, I was impressed by the comfortable seating and attentive cabin crew. The meals served were better than I expected for economy class. Also, the connection through Dubai was smooth with plenty of lounges to relax in.
lucy_h
Sydney, Australia
4.0
Good value with minor hiccups
Booked a family trip through Emirates, and their ticket prices were quite competitive for the long haul. Boarding was a bit chaotic, but the flight attendants made sure we had everything we needed for the kids. Could improve on clearer boarding announcements though.
alex_travels
Miami, USA
5.0
Consistently impressive flights
I’ve taken Emirates several times from Miami to Dubai, and I can't recall a single moment when the service wasn't top notch. The in-flight entertainment kept me hooked on every flight, and their punctuality is something I really appreciate. Last trip, my luggage even arrived early. Definitely my preferred international airline.