Emirates brings back the longest direct route in the airline’s network with Auckland (New Zealand).

Madrid, 30 (Europe Press)

Emirates will resume direct A380 services with Auckland (New Zealand) from December, marking the longest route in its network at 14,200 kilometers, as well as “one of the longest scheduled non-stop commercial flights in the world”.

This was announced in a statement, in which it also indicated that it would restore the direct route to Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia). The airline currently operates a Boeing 777-300ER connecting the two cities with a service that stops in Kuala Lumpur before continuing to Auckland.

According to Emirates, the latest schedule update will offer customers a greater level of flexibility and seat availability.

New Zealand is increasing its visibility through a global campaign in key markets to encourage more visitors to rediscover the country’s incredible experiences and stunning natural locations.

Also, Emirates recently signed a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC) with the Malaysian Tourism Council to promote Malaysia as a “one-of-a-kind” tourism destination.

As such, the company said it is accelerating the deployment of its “flagship aircraft”, the A380, to meet global demand for air travel, with 32 destinations currently being served on a scheduled basis, with others to be announced next. months.