Emirates and Philippine Airlines (PAL) have initiated discussions to potentially expand their existing partnership, with both carriers meeting at the Arabian Travel Market in Dubai on April 29, 2025.
The airlines are considering a reciprocal code sharing agreement on flights between the Philippines and Dubai, as well as on select routes beyond each airline’s gateway. This arrangement would significantly benefit travelers by providing better connectivity to new destinations with the convenience of a single ticket, one competitive fare, and a unified baggage policy throughout their journey.
Beyond passenger services, both carriers are exploring opportunities to strengthen their cargo interline cooperation. They also aim to exchange best practices in ground handling, catering, maintenance, and technical training, while organizing joint familiarization trips for key media and trade stakeholders.
This potential expansion builds upon the enhanced interline agreement the airlines first signed in March 2023. That initial partnership has already been seamlessly connecting travelers to ten domestic points via Cebu and Clark, as well as nine international points via Dubai, with passengers enjoying hassle-free travel and convenient baggage check-through services.
Emirates has maintained a strong presence in the Philippines since launching services to Manila in 1990. The airline has steadily grown its operations to include a circular service to Cebu and Clark. Currently, Emirates serves the Philippines with 28 weekly flights, offering approximately 22,700 weekly seats to and from Dubai and connecting Filipino travelers to over 140 destinations across its global network.
In a demonstration of its commitment to the Philippine market, Emirates recently opened its first Emirates World Store in Southeast Asia in Manila. This facility reinforces the airline’s dedication to providing Filipinos with high-quality service throughout their travel experience, from booking to boarding.
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