Emirates is a world class air carrier that is known for its immaculate service and impeachable customer care. However, this flag carrier from the UAE, also falls privy to flight rescheduling. Since the airline flies so many passengers at once, there are bound to be a few complaints and grievances. As such, we are tackling the topic of Emirates rescheduling in order to inform passengers regarding their rights, the due course and how to approach the said topic itself. As such we have recognized the airlines’ ability in making air travel as comfortable as possible solely due to the presence of Manage Booking.

How do We Rebook Emirates Flight With Manage Booking?

You can easily alter your itineraries on Emirates Manage Booking. It is not only convenient and fast, but it also allows for rebooking and rescheduling your trip as a whole. Furthermore, it doesn’t limit the modification to a particular resource. In other words, you can change your flights online and offline. However, in case of a rebooking, it is advisable that passengers fist change or cancel their flights. A rebooking is only possible if the flight has been changed. Hence, you can use the Manage Booking. The various approaches to rescheduling is detailed below:

Emirates Reschedule Flight Online

The first up is rescheduling a flight online with the help of the official website. As we have already mentioned above, a successful rebooking needs prior change or cancellation. However, you can use the website to make changes and rebook a flight at once. We have also included how to rebook a cancelled flight further down the article.

• First, visit the official Emirates Airlines website at www.emirates.com
• Then. go to the Manage Booking/Check-in tab.
  • Passengers who have an Emirates Skywards account can also directly log in to their account and rebook the flight from there.
  • It is much easier as you have all your pre-booked and cancelled flights at a single place.
  • But there are many travelers who do not opt for a Skyward account.
  • Hence, we will continue as a guest.
• Now, enter your booking details such as:
  • The 6-digit booking reference you got in your email during the time of original booking.
  • Also, you have to provide the passenger’s last name as during the reservation.
• After that, click on Manage Booking and wait for the results to load.
• Then, from the list, click on your pre-booked flight and wait.
• Now select either Change Flight or Cancel Flight option.
  • Since we have included an example of cancelled flight, we will showcase how to rebook a changed flight.
• On the new page, make your changes. You are only allowed changes as per the flight change and rebooking policy of the airline.
• After making said change, click on Rebook trip.
• Now the website will redirect you to the check-out page.
• Here, you have to pay the relevant fees and fare difference if applicable.
• Once done, your rebooking is complete.

Rebooking Emirates Via Mobile App

Similarly, you can do these changes online using the exclusive Emirates app. All you have to do is:

• First, go to the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.
• Then, search for the Emirates App and download it.
• After that, tap on the app icon and launch the app.
• Here you are required to either log in to your Skyward account or go to Manage Booking.
• We will continue as a guest and tap on the Manage Booking tab.
• Now, enter the following booking details:
  • The 6-digit confirmation number.
  • Passenger’s last name.
• Then, locate your pre-booked flight and edict changes.
• After successful changes click on Rebook and pay the relevant fee.

Emirates Rebooking With Phone Number

Many passengers still prefer calling the airline to manage their trip. They find the immediate human assistance exemplary. Hence, the airline allows rebooking over a phone call. However, you have to make sure that you have already made changes or cancelled the flight before requesting a rebooking. Also be advised that an additional service charge will be levied on any rebooking over phone. As such, you can follow these steps to reschedule your flight with the help of customer care:

• First call the service at the number: + 1800-548-3192.
• Then, follow the on-call instructions and wait for the airline representative to connect.
• After that, inform the agent of your rebooking request and provide the booking details.
• Lastly, pay the relevant fee and wait for the confirmation.

Emirates Rebooking Flights With Points

Emirates advices you to register an account in case you are going to receive travel points for future travel. It does so because the account comes with a wallet to facilitate future bookings. Hence, before proceeding with a rebooking using travel points we urge users to register an Emirates Skyward account. Then all you have to do is proceed as usual rebooking till you reach the payment portal. However, now you have to select the Skyward Wallet as the mode of payment to avail your travel points. The airline will charge your wallet and the remaining balance, if any will be done with another method like a credit/debit card.

Emirates Airlines Rebooking at Airport

You can also make your rebooking request at the airport. Although it is considered a last minute approach and mostly used in case of a missed flight. Many passengers, in a hurry, prefer this method. However, be aware that any rebooking made at the airport is subject to a surcharge. Anyway, all you have to do is reach out to the representative at the ticket counter and request a rebooking. Then inform him of your booking details and pay the relevant fee.

Emirates Rebook Cancelled Flight in Easy Steps

It is equally easy to rebook or reschedule a cancelled flight, regardless of who cancelled it. Although such rebooking must adhere to the rescheduling, cancellation, missed flights and No-show policies. If there are any penalties or fees under these policies it will be added during check out. Also, we recommend using your Emirates Skyward account in case of rebooking a cancelled flight as you can manage all the cancelled flights at once. The steps are easy to follow, such as:

• First, go to the official Emirates website.
• Then click on the Login tab, you can find it in the top right corner of the screen.
• Now, enter your Skyward credentials and log into your account.
• After that, go to Manage Booking.
• Here you can see a list of your pre-booked trips and already cancelled flights.
• Now, select the cancelled flight that you want to rebook.
• Then click on Rebook Flight and create your itinerary as if it is a new booking.
  • However, you have to stick to the policies as it is a rebooking and not a new reservation.
• Once done, click on Rebook Now to proceed.
• Then on the check-out page pay the necessary fee.
• Lastly, your new itinerary will be ready.

What is the Emirates Reschedule Policy?

There are certain rules and guidelines that dictate an Emirates Reschedule, such as:

• Any fare type is eligible for rescheduling.
• If you rebook a flight within 24 hours from initial booking, the rebooking will be made free of cost.
• However, there must be a gap of 7 days or more between the initial reservation and scheduled flight departure.
• Also, fare difference will apply.
• Non-refundable tickets do not qualify for a refund, but if you rebook during the 24-hours risk-free period, you will get refund in the form of travel credits.
• Only tickets purchased directly with Emirates will be eligible for a rebooking.
• Also, the flights must operate under Emirates Airlines.
• In case of rescheduling a missed flight, the airline will rebook you on the earliest flight possible.
• If the missed flight was the last flight for the day, you will be rebooked on the first flight the next day.
• If you miss your connecting flight due to Emirates rescheduling, the airline is obligated to rebook you for free.
• However, if you miss an Emirates flight due to a connecting one, the airlines is under no obligation. It can still rebook you but the Emirates Airlines rebooking fee will apply.
• If you miss a flight due to Emirates rescheduling, you are entitled to a full refund plus additional compensation.
• Emirates reschedule charges depend on the fare type.
• You are allowed to reschedule a flight the same-day as the departure as long as you do it at least 3 hours prior. Also, the rescheduled region should remain the same
• Any rescheduling or rebooking is possible both online and offline.
• Any tickets purchased via a third party will not be considered for rebooking.
• Reward tickets are not eligible for rescheduling. You have to cancel and rebook them.

How Much is the Emirates Reschedule Fee?

The Emirates flight reschedule charges are subject to fare type, origin and destination of the flight. On the whole, the airline charges a base $200 which can fluctuate accordingly. A flight change can cost you the typical $75 and a cancellation $200. Also bear in mind that domestic flight are cheaper to modify than long-haul or international trips.

Any rebooking or rescheduling within the 24-hour risk-free period remains free of cost. However once you miss the window, you can incur heavy fee anywhere between $100 to $500.

Fare Class/Type	Charges
Economy	$75 to $200
Business	$300 to $400
First	$250 to $400
Flex Plus	Free
Same-Day	Additional $50 to $75

Emirates Airlines Flight Change Policy

Emirates rebooking and or rescheduling depends on the flight change policy as well. Therefore, we have to take a brief look at the said policy:

• Any fare type is eligible for a change.
• However, said change should adhere to the Emirates policy.
• Also, a flight change fee will apply on said modifications.
• But, if you are able to change your flight within 24 hours from initial booking, then it will be free of cost.
• Although such initial booking and the scheduled flight must have 7 days or more between them.
• You can change a flight date, time and destination of travel. You can also change the name on the ticket, but that comes under the Name change policy.
• However, you can only make one change per passenger per ticket.
• Furthermore, a fare difference will apply.
• And when rebooking, you have to ensure that the new flight is of the same fare/class or higher than the original one.
• A reward ticket is illegible for any changes, the due recourse is to cancel and rebook it.
• Same-day changes are permissible, as you can change your booking a maximum of 24 hours before a flight departure.
• Any change are allowed both online and offline via Manage Booking.
• Emirates allows flight changes for 11 months after a booking.
• Recently the limit has been increased to 36 months.
• Group tickets don’t fall under the flight change policy.
• Only tickets purchased directly from the airline will be warranted a change. If bought from a third party, you have to contact them first.
• Also, only flights operating under Emirates qualify for change, in case of code-shaded flights, Emirates will only e responsible to its segment of the trip.
• Although you are free to change a meal 2 hours prior to flight departure, complimentary meals don’t qualify for changes.
• Any change is subject to the Emirate’s acceptance of the same.

Emirates Airlines Flight Cancellations Policy

Similarly, you also have to heed the cancellation policy in order to better understand rebooking/rescheduling:

• Any fare type can qualify for cancellation.
• Although Non-refundable and Non-flex tickets are illegible for a full refund.
• Even if they do get a refund, it will be in the form of travel credits for future use.
• In case of a cancellation, the cancellation fee will apply.
• In case of an airline-initiated cancellation, the passenger is subject to a full refund, free rebooking and or compensation.
• Any cancellation made within 24 hours of initial booking will be free.
• Such cancellations also qualify for a full refund.
• However, there must be a gap of 7 days or more between the initial reservation and flight departure.
• Only tickets purchased directly from the airline are eligible for a cancellation and subsequent refund.
• You can cancel a flight at the latest, 2 hours prior to departure. However, only partial refund will be given.
• The cancellation fee applies per passenger per ticket and not only the booking.
• Cancellation is possible both online and offline.

How Much is Emirates Airlines Flight Delay & Cancellations Compensation?

The compensation in case of a delay differs from that of cancellation. In case of a delay:

• If the delay is of 3 hours – £250 to £400
• Between 3 and 4 hours – £300
• 4 hours or more – £600

Remember that the delay is related to the time of arrival and not departure. Even if your flight leaves the airport 3 hours late and reaches the destination on time, then no compensation will be provided.

In Case of Cancellation

A compensation will only be considered if the cancellation was due to a cause within the airline’s control/power. Unforeseen events and extenuating circumstances do not warrant any compensation. Having said that a cancellation compensation is calculated based on the travel distance.

• Up to 1500 Km – £250
• 1500 to 3500 Km – £400
• More than 3500 Km – £600

You will also get a full refund on top of the compensation. However, these compensations are only valid if the airlines cancels your flight with less than 14 day notice. Other benefits you can get are as follows:

• Complimentary meals and refreshments
• Contact to your friends and relatives
• Hotel reservation
• Transportation to and from Airport

The compensation for flights departing from the States differs, such as:

• 200% of your fare on a one-way ticket with an upper limit of $775 if the delay is 1 to 2 hours.
• 400% of your fare with an upper limit of $1550 if the said delay is minimum 4 hours.
• A full refund
• And additional service.

However, you won’t qualify for a compensation if:

• Flight delay due to weather, air traffic or mechanical issues.
• If your booking is unconfirmed.
• Missed check-in or boarding deadline.
• If you are offered an alternate flight.

How to Claim Delayed & Cancellations Flight Compensation From Emirates Airlines?

In order to receive compensation, first you must be eligible. To be eligible one has to fulfill certain conditions, such as:

• The airline failed to notify about the delay/cancellation for more than 14 days.
• The flight in question happened 6 years or less.
• The booking is valid and confirmed.
• You checked in on time.
• The flight lands or takes off from EU/America.
• The reason for the cancellation is within control.

All you can do is:

• Get updates on your flight.
• Ask questions.
• Know your rights.
• Request for vouchers.
• Inform the airline that you require a compensation.
• Save the flight documents.
• Write down the details for said cancellation or delay.

Emirates Rescheduling Policy – FAQs