Emirates will begin daily flights between Dubai and Helsinki from 1 October 2026, introducing the only year-round, direct connection between Finland and the UAE.
The airline will operate the route using its A350 aircraft, bringing its Premium Economy cabin to Finland from the first flight.
Emirates flight EK167 will depart Dubai at 08:45hrs, arriving in Helsinki at 14:55hrs. The return flight, EK168, will depart Helsinki at 16:45hrs, landing in Dubai at 00:20hrs the following day.
Emirates expands Nordic network with new Dubai-Helsinki A350 route
The schedule has been designed to provide connections to destinations across East and Southeast Asia, including Bangkok, Phuket, Bali, Kuala Lumpur, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Hong Kong, Seoul, Tokyo, Beijing, Shanghai, Singapore and Taipei.
The route will also connect to destinations across West Asia, the Indian Ocean, African cities including Cairo, Cape Town and Johannesburg, hubs across the Middle East and GCC including Dammam, Riyadh, Muscat and Kuwait City, and five cities in Australia, plus Auckland and Christchurch in New Zealand.
“The Dubai-Helsinki route is an exciting expansion on our global network. There is already strong demand between Helsinki and Dubai, with travellers connecting through our other Nordic gateways, so introducing direct, year-round connectivity is a natural next step, making the flight seamless and non-stop, while introducing more premium travel options to market. In addition to better serving current demand, we see potential to attract travellers who may have previously opted for alternative connections, growing the overall market and creating opportunities for more people to discover the destinations have to offer,” Adnan Kazim, Emirates’ Deputy President and Chief Commercial Officer said in a statement.
“As one of the world’s most in-demand destinations, Finland offers a unique combination of innovation, nature and culture, unlocking new opportunities for tourism, trade and business with the UAE and beyond. To better cater to the long-haul travel, we will deploy the A350, delivering a premium passenger experience along with elevated comfort across every cabin class. We thank the Finnish government for their partnership and support in establishing this route and we look forward to welcoming passengers onboard soon,” Kazim added.
Finland gains year-round Dubai link as Emirates launches Helsinki service
Visit Finland has reported 5 million international tourists in recent years. Emirates’ new route will provide connectivity from over 150 points on its network, including destinations in Australia, Africa, Asia and the Middle East.
Lonely Planet has named Finland as one of its must-visit destinations for 2026. The country offers experiences ranging from Arctic adventures beneath the Northern Lights to the Midnight Sun during summer. Finland has 41 national parks and nature reserves protecting forests, Baltic islands, Arctic fells and lakes. Visitors can encounter wildlife including reindeer, wolves, bears, lynx and the Saimaa ringed seal, found only at Lake Saimaa.
For the eighth consecutive year, Finland has been ranked as the happiest country in the world. Helsinki blends urban life with access to nature, and is known as the home of sauna. The city features a design scene, culinary landscape and lakes and forests minutes from the city centre.
The UAE and Finland have established bilateral relationships, with mutual interests in renewable energy, artificial intelligence and digital transformation, technology, education, space and development. Trade between the two nations continues to grow.
Emirates’ new service will provide opportunities for businesses to connect with the UAE and markets via Emirates SkyCargo. As one of Europe’s manufacturing and timber hubs, the airline expects to transport commodities such as pharmaceuticals, electronics, machinery, perishables and goods via the 16 tonnes of bellyhold capacity on each flight.
The A350 is the most fuel-efficient widebody aircraft in service today and offers the quietest twin-aisle cabin of any aircraft. The aircraft accommodates 298 passengers in three cabins: Business, Premium Economy and Economy.
Passengers can dine on multi-course menus developed by chefs, complemented by beverages, while accessing over 6,500 channels of entertainment in various languages on ice, Emirates’ inflight entertainment system.
Tickets can be booked now on the Emirates website or via travel agents.
