Emirates has announced the addition of Colombian capital Bogotá to its network. This will be the fourth South American destination for Emirates after São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires.
Bogotá, Colombia
Starting 3rd June 2024, Emirates will offer a daily service between Dubai and Bogotá via Miami with the following schedule:
- Dubai-Miami
- Departure time: 02:15
- Arrival time: 10:05
- Flight time: 15 hours and 50 minutes
- Flight number: EK213
- Miami-Bogotá
- Departure time: 12:35
- Arrival time: 15:25
- Flight time: 3 hours and 50 minutes
- Flight number: EK213
- Bogotá-Miami
- Departure time: 17:25
- Arrival time: 22:15
- Flight time: 3 hours and 50 minutes
- Flight number: EK214
- Miami-Dubai
- Departure time: 00:45 (the next day)
- Arrival time: 23:00 (the next day)
- Flight time: 14 hours and 15 minutes
- Flight number: EK214
These flights will be operated by Emirates’ Boeing B777-300ER aircraft featuring 354 seats across three cabins – First, Business and Economy Class.
We’ve long wanted to serve Colombia, and the addition of Bogotá to our network is part of our strategy to deliver better connectivity, expand options and choice for travellers and provide unparalleled premium experiences on the ground and in the air. The launch of our daily operations to the dynamic capital of Colombia also underscores our deep commitment to South America, and is poised to foster increased business and leisure travel opportunities for customers.
There is a huge demand for travel to and from Bogotá and we can’t wait for customers to experience Emirates’ signature products and services on the flights between Bogotá and Dubai as well as between Bogotá and Miami. We would like to thank all the authorities involved for supporting our plans and making this new route possible. We look forward to adding value to the new communities served and building new partnerships to promote tourism and trade.
said Sir Tim Clark, President, Emirates Airline.
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As well as connecting Colombia with the United Arab Emirates, the new services will establish a historic first-ever link between the greater Middle East region and the northern part of the South American continent. Emirates’ entry into Bogotá will expand its South American network to four gateways, complementing its scheduled services to São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires. The latest destination will also enhance the airline’s operations in the Americas to now serve 19 points across the United States, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Argentina and Colombia.
Due to the high altitude of the city of Bogotá, it is not possible to operate a non-stop flight from Dubai, deeming a stopover necessary. Emirates says that it selected Miami due to its tourism and trade links with Bogotá.
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Emirates will also offer up to 20 tonnes tonnes of capacity for cargo on each flight, opening up access to more global markets for Colombian exports such as fresh flowers, fruits and vegetables and other perishable goods.
Bogotá’s status as a major centre for tourism, education and culture has earned it its nickname of the “Athens of South America.” It is also a thriving hub for finance, boasts a large presence of multinational companies, and has become a MICE destination due to its appeal as a central location in the Americas.
The Dubai-based airline says that while Dubai is expected to be the final destination for the majority of travellers on the Bogotá-Dubai route, other top destinations for travellers include mainland China and Hong Kong, Bangkok, Singapore, Johannesburg, Cairo and Delhi. The Bogotá-Dubai flights are conveniently timed to provide easy connectivity if travelling onwards from Dubai.
Meanwhile, Emirates recently revealed that it is ramping up its Australian operations owing to increased travel demand.
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