Emirates offers free, discounted Uber rides to passengers

Sunday, 2 June 2019 12:58

Those flying with Emirates this summer can enjoy free or discounted Uber rides to the airport.

The offer is open to economy class flex plus and flex passengers booked between Sunday, June 2, and Wednesday, July 31, for travel until Saturday, August 31.

Economy flex plus passengers can claim two free rides to and from DXB from anywhere in Dubai up to the value of AED120 per trip, while economy flex passengers will get 50 per cent off two rides, to and from DXB to anywhere in Dubai up to the value of AED60 per trip.

"We remain committed to providing a fantastic customer experience for our customers in the UAE so they can enjoy a seamless journey on the ground and in the air," said Khalid Bel Jaflah, Emirates’ divisional vice president commercial operations UAE and Oman.

The promotion, which can be booked through Emirates’ website, is available to both UAE residents and those visiting Dubai.

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