New Emirates route connects Dubai to Hangzhou, boosting travel and tech ties with mainland China
Pack your bags! Emirates is now flying to Hangzhou in China.
The world’s largest international airline is adding a brand-new daily route to one of China’s most dynamic cities.
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Starting Wednesday 30 July 2025, Emirates will operate non-stop daily flights from Dubai to Hangzhou, expanding its reach across the Chinese mainland.
This marks Emirates’ fifth mainland China destination, following Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen. And with a mix of rich history and booming tech innovation, Hangzhou is more than ready to join the list.
Flight details: when and where
- Route: Dubai (DXB) ➝ Hangzhou (HGH)
- Aircraft: Three-class Boeing 777-300ER
- Seats Available: 2,478 weekly
- Start Date: 30 July 2025
Flight EK310 will depart Dubai at 9.40am (GST), landing in Hangzhou at 10pm (CST).
Return Flight EK311 leaves Hangzhou at 12.10am, touching down in Dubai at 4.55am.
Why Hangzhou?
Hangzhou is quickly becoming one of China’s most important cities — not just for its iconic West Lake and UNESCO heritage sites, but also for its role in shaping the future of e-commerce, innovation and advanced manufacturing.
It’s home to tech giants, historic temples, scenic lakes, and ancient architecture — a blend that appeals to both business travellers and curious tourists.
Emirates is set to launch a daily non-stop service between Dubai and Hangzhou from 30 July. The airline’s latest expansion into Hangzhou makes the city its fifth gateway into the Chinese mainland after Beijing, Guangzhou, Shanghai, and Shenzhen. pic.twitter.com/J3Gp6CiGTV
— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) May 6, 2025
This new connection strengthens the growing economic, cultural, and tech exchange between the Middle East and East Asia, making it easier than ever to travel or trade between the regions.
Connected like never before
The new route is perfectly timed to allow easy two-way connections through Dubai to:
- 38 cities in Europe
- 22 in Africa
- 11 in the Middle East
- Plus destinations in South America like Brazil and Argentina
Travellers heading to or from Hangzhou can connect seamlessly to cities like Istanbul, Cairo, Barcelona, and Johannesburg — all on a single ticket.
So, what’s the onboard experience like?
Flying Emirates means top-tier comfort. On this route, passengers can enjoy:
- ICE, Emirates’ award-winning entertainment system with 6,500+ channels in 40+ languages
- Regionally inspired meals, including Chinese cuisine and desserts
- Comfortable seating across First, Business, and Economy classes
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