We Provide To provide a unique experience for you

Emirates Enhances Support for Unaccompanied Minors at Dubai Airport

Emirates Welcomes Unaccompanied Minors Back to Dubai

Emirates Welcomes Unaccompanied Minors Back to Dubai

This week, Dubai International Airport (DXB) announced that it will be welcoming more than 3.43 million passengers over the next two weeks as travelers return to Dubai after their summer vacations. Among them, over 900 unaccompanied children are expected to fly with Emirates in just one week. This surge in travelers marks a significant moment as families prepare for the upcoming school year.

Emirates, Dubai’s flagship airline, has made special arrangements to ensure the well-being of hundreds of unaccompanied minors, aged between 5 and 11 years. The airline has established a dedicated lounge designed specifically for young travelers, providing them a calm environment away from the busy atmosphere of the world’s busiest airport.

Specially trained staff from Emirates will assist and supervise these young flyers throughout their airport experience. From the moment they arrive at the unaccompanied minors check-in desk, a specialist will guide them through immigration, security, and priority boarding processes, ensuring a seamless journey.

The families utilizing this service predominantly come from the UK, followed by those from India, America, the Philippines, and France.

What is Available in the Emirates Unaccompanied Minors Lounge?

What is Available in the Emirates Unaccompanied Minors Lounge?

The Unaccompanied Minors Lounge offers a safe and engaging environment for children to relax and play before their flights. Facilities include:

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Video games
  • Comfortable seating areas
  • Access to children’s bathrooms

Parents and guardians can escort their children directly to this exclusive lounge, located near the check-in area at Dubai International Airport. To facilitate this process, identification must be presented by the individual dropping off the child, along with a signed permission form.

While in the lounge, children are provided with an assortment of snacks and beverages to keep them refreshed as they wait for their flights. It is important to note that the unaccompanied minors service is available only when an adult fare is purchased for children aged 5 to 11 flying alone, and bookings can be made up to 12 hours prior to departure.

For young passengers with connecting Emirates flights, there is a maximum layover time of 8 hours allowed at the airport. Importantly, minors cannot stay overnight at a connecting airport unless arrangements have been made by a parent or guardian to meet them.

What to Expect Onboard an Emirates Flight?

What to Expect Onboard an Emirates Flight?

Once onboard, children can take advantage of various amenities tailored to enhance their travel experience, including:

  • Complimentary Wi-Fi access through Emirates Skysurfers
  • Free toys and giveaways
  • Access to over 100 video games
  • A wide selection of family-friendly films and TV shows, featuring popular titles from Disney, Marvel, and the complete Harry Potter series

Emirates cabin crew are committed to ensuring that young travelers enjoy a safe and pleasant journey. They make regular checks to verify that the children are comfortable and secure throughout the flight.

For children celebrating their birthday during the flight, parents can pre-order a cake 48 hours in advance for a special celebration onboard, complete with a keepsake Polaroid picture to remember the occasion.

Older children and teenagers, aged 12 to 15, have the option to travel without the unaccompanied minors service at the discretion of their parents or guardians. However, they can still opt for the service for an additional fee of approximately AED 180 (USD 50) if desired.

In Other News…

In Other News...
Emirates Dubai 7s Tickets Now Available for Pre-Sale
Secure your tickets today and enjoy a 20% discount!
Explore UAE’s Longest Mountain Trails in Hatta
Featuring an impressive 21 cycling routes spanning 53 kilometers!
Beat the Heat with a Snow Obstacle Course Experience
All at a refreshing -4 degrees Celsius!

Share This :

Bir yanıt yazın

E-posta adresiniz yayınlanmayacak. Gerekli alanlar * ile işaretlenmişlerdir