Those who qualify for Dubai Connect but are unable to leave the airport will be given access to the Emirates Dubai Connect airport lounge.

Emirates has relaunched its Dubai Connect offer which gives customers transiting through its hub a complimentary hotel stay in Dubai. The travelers, including those from India, can avail of this service if their transit time exceeds 10 hours and by booking it at least 24 hours before the incoming flight to Dubai. The offer is available to customers booking in all classes (first-class, business, and economy) with a transit time between 10 and 24 hours.

With Dubai Connect, Emirates passengers will receive a complimentary night’s stay in a 4 or 5-star hotel, ground transfers to and from the airport, meals at the hotel as well as a UAE visa on arrival where required (subject to UAE Immigration approval). Those who qualify for Dubai Connect but are unable to leave the airport will be given access to the Emirates Dubai Connect airport lounge.

How to book Dubai connect service

• Complimentary Dubai Connect service can be booked as long as there are no better connection times to choose from for your itinerary.

• To book a Dubai Connect service, the connecting flight on the itinerary must be the best available connection. This means that the stopover time in Dubai between your two flights must be the shortest one available.

• Dubai Connect service can be added to the itinerary during online flight booking. If booked through a travel agent, passengers can check with them if they are entitled to the service.

• Keeping all the entry and regulatory documents required by the destination’s travel guidelines such as valid negative Covid‑19 tests at all stages of the journey is necessary.

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