Phê Vé
May 7, 2026 • 3 min read
Emirates Airline has reported record profits for the fiscal year 2025-2026, solidifying its status as a top global airline. Let's explore the impressive figures and useful information for Vietnamese travelers.
Emirates Achieves New Record Profits
Emirates Airlines recently announced impressive financial results for the fiscal year 2025-2026 (from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026). The Dubai-based airline not only recorded its highest profits ever but also maintained its position as the most profitable airline in the world for two consecutive years, surpassing even Delta.
Impressive Figures from Emirates
According to the report, Emirates Group achieved a record total profit of $6.6 billion, while Emirates Airlines alone made a profit of $6.2 billion, up from $5.8 billion the previous year. A profit margin of 16.2% is a remarkable figure in the aviation industry. Here are some key performance figures for Emirates compared to the previous year:
- Revenue increased by 2%, reaching $35.7 billion.
- Passenger and cargo capacity rose by 1%, totaling 60.6 billion ATKM.
- The number of passengers decreased by 1%, totaling 53.2 million.
- The average load factor dropped by 0.5%, reaching 78.4%.
- Revenue per passenger increased by 4%, amounting to 10.4 cents per passenger kilometer.
- Operating costs rose by 2%, with fuel costs decreasing by 7%.
Workforce and Financial Status
Emirates also reported an 8% increase in its workforce, bringing the total number of employees to 130,919. Notably, the airline ended the fiscal year with its highest cash balance ever at $15 billion, a 3% increase from the previous year. The company also announced a dividend of $1 billion for its owner, the Dubai Investment Group.
The CEO of Emirates, Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, stated, "These results, despite facing several challenges in the last month of the fiscal year, affirm the strength and resilience of Emirates' business model, based on safety, excellence, innovation, and collaboration."
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Challenges Ahead
Despite the positive results, the last month of the fiscal year saw significant challenges, particularly due to military operations disrupting commercial air traffic in the Gulf region, including the UAE. Emirates and dnata acted swiftly to support affected employees and customers, protecting assets and ensuring business continuity.
Useful Information for Vietnamese Travelers
For Vietnamese travelers looking to fly to Dubai, direct flights are available from Hanoi (HAN) or Ho Chi Minh City (SGN), with round-trip fares ranging from 10 million to 15 million VND depending on the time of booking. The flight duration is approximately 6-7 hours. Travelers need to obtain a UAE tourist visa before departure, with visa fees ranging from 1,500,000 VND to 2,000,000 VND. The current exchange rate is about 23,500 VND per USD, so it's advisable to exchange currency before arriving in Dubai for convenient spending.
Looking Ahead
While Emirates has had an outstanding fiscal year, the outlook for the coming year may not be as favorable due to the current conflict situation in the region. Nevertheless, the airline maintains an efficient business model, and its use of Airbus A380 aircraft has allowed it to expand its network significantly compared to other airlines.
Ultimately, the big question remains whether Emirates can sustain this growth momentum in the future, especially as competitors like Delta are gradually improving their financial standings. Emirates continues to prove itself as a successful model in the global aviation industry.
This article has been referenced and edited from: One Mile at a Time
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