Emirates

Independent · Hub: Dubai (DXB) · 1 (via Dubai)

Economy from $1,300 CAD · Business from $4,800 CAD

Approximate prices based on typical fares. They are not live prices and have not been independently verified. Check the airline or booking site for current prices.

Routes

  • Toronto → Delhi/Mumbai via Dubai
  • Vancouver → India via Dubai
  • New York → India via Dubai
  • Chicago → India via Dubai
  • San Francisco → India via Dubai
  • Los Angeles → India via Dubai

Toronto → DelhiToronto → MumbaiToronto → BangaloreToronto → AmritsarToronto → HyderabadVancouver → DelhiVancouver → MumbaiCalgary → DelhiMontreal → DelhiNew York → DelhiChicago → MumbaiSan Francisco → DelhiLos Angeles → Mumbai

Baggage

  • Economy: 2 × 23 kg checked bags (30 kg total for some fare types)
  • Business: 2 × 32 kg checked bags

Baggage rules vary by fare. Confirm with the airline before you fly.

Loyalty program: Skywards

Emirates is part of Independent.

Pros

  • Award-winning inflight entertainment (ICE)
  • Generous baggage allowance
  • Dubai stopover option for shopping/sightseeing
  • Consistent 4-5 star service
  • Wide network covering all major Indian cities

Cons

  • Always requires a stop in Dubai
  • Can be pricier than Turkish/Qatar on sale
  • Long layovers in Dubai possible

Booking tips

  • Check emiratesholidays.com for stopover packages in Dubai.
  • Sign up for Skywards to earn miles on your flights.
  • Business class sales happen from time to time.