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Emirates First Class — onboard shower, private suite, and Dom Pérignon

Includes Emirates First Class Lounge & Spa access

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About Emirates First Class

Emirates First Class is one of aviation's most iconic products. On A380 aircraft, each First Class suite features a fully closing door, a 23-inch HD screen, zero-gravity seating, and access to the onboard shower spa. At Dubai, First Class passengers enjoy the exclusive Emirates First Class Lounge with Michelin-quality dining and a full spa.

Fully enclosed private suite with sliding door (A380)
Onboard shower spa exclusive to A380 First Class
Emirates First Class Lounge & Spa access at Dubai
Dom Pérignon champagne and dine-on-demand service
Bowers & Wilkins headphones and luxury Bulgari amenity kit

Aircraft with Emirates First Class

These aircraft operate First Class on Emirates long-haul routes

Airbus A380

Iconic double-decker with shower spa

First Class Layout 1-2-1
First Class Seats 14
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Boeing 777-300ER

Retrofitted with Premium Economy

First Class Layout 1-2-1
First Class Seats 8
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Best First Class Award Redemptions

These routes offer excellent value for your Skywards Miles when booking First Class.

US to Dubai (via Skywards)

85,000–125,000 Skywards Miles one-way

Varies by route — LAX/JFK to DXB

Dubai to UK/Europe (via Alaska miles)

~180,000 miles one-way

Alaska Mileage Plan partner rate — high but includes shower spa

Dubai to Australia (via Skywards)

85,000–95,000 Skywards Miles one-way

A380 First Class on popular Australia route

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Emirates A380 shower spa?

The onboard shower spa is an exclusive amenity on Emirates A380 First Class. Each First Class passenger receives 25 minutes of hot water. The experience, combined with private suites, is unmatched in commercial aviation.

What programs can book Emirates First Class?

Emirates Skywards is the main program. Alaska Mileage Plan is a partner and can book Emirates First Class, though at higher mile costs. Note that award availability in Emirates First can be very limited.

Is Emirates First Class on all routes?

Emirates First Class is available on A380 routes and select 777-300ER routes. The shower spa is only on the A380. Confirm the aircraft type when booking to ensure you're on the flagship A380 product.

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