Emirates is elevating Thanksgiving for international travelers, serving traditional festive menus across all cabin classes on flights to and from its 12 US gateways from November 24 to 30. The celebration begins even before takeoff, with holiday dining running in select Emirates Lounges from November 23. This is a comprehensive dining program, ensuring passengers flying across the Atlantic can enjoy an authentic, high-end holiday meal complete with gourmet sides and themed entertainment.
Emirates offer gourmet Thanksgiving
The holiday dining experience is meticulously tailored, offering separate menus for passengers flying
from
the US and
to
the US, particularly in First Class.
| Cabin Class | Route to USA (from Dubai) | Route from USA (to Dubai) |
| First Class | Main Course: Traditional Turkey Leg Roulade with roasted butternut, mashed potatoes, buttered Brussels sprouts, and cranberry jus lié. | Main Course: Lemon, Zaatar, and Buttermilk Roasted Turkey with celeriac apple purée and maple-roasted pumpkin. |
| Appetizer: Smoked salmon. | Appetizer: Seafood platter featuring caviar, poached prawn, and crab cocktail. | |
| Dessert: Warm apple fritters or key lime tart. | Dessert: Hot toffee apple and pecan cake or chocolate marble cheesecake. | |
| Business Class | Main courses feature either the turkey roulade or the lemon Zaatar turkey, alongside sides like salmon gravadlax with Beluga caviar. | Desserts include key lime tart or cheesecake with strawberry basil confit. |
All First, Business, and Premium Economy customers start their day with a special Thanksgiving breakfast of cinnamon pancakes topped with seasonal apple & cranberry compote and a luxurious whipped ricotta pumpkin cream. Business Class also receives complimentary blueberry muffins and cinnamon rolls.
Lounges, routes and extras
The holiday experience extends beyond the meal tray into Emirates’ world-class facilities on the ground and in the air, ensuring continuous festive cheer. US Lounges (New York, Boston, Los Angeles, San Francisco) serve a roasted mushroom bisque, followed by Cider-Brined Turkey Breast with brioche stuffing, traditional gravy, cranberry compote, and creamy mashed potatoes.Dubai Lounges feature a roasted turkey breast, glazed chestnuts, roasted root vegetables, and a dessert spread that includes classic pecan pie, white chocolate and cranberry cheesecake, and pumpkin cranberry cheesecake. Guests can also enjoy festive mocktails and cocktails like the Pumpkin Spiced Martini or Maple Pumpkin Sangria.Onboard the iconic A380 aircraft (flying from Dubai to Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco, and Washington D.C.), First and Business Class customers can visit the Onboard Lounge for pecan cupcakes with cream cheese frosting, paired with premium beverages. Passengers can settle in to watch live NBA games on Sport24 and Sport24 Extra throughout the holiday period. The
ice
entertainment system also offers 6,500 channels, including movies, TV shows, and holiday-themed content.
How much do tickets cost?
While this exceptional Thanksgiving dining experience is a complimentary benefit with every ticket purchased on US routes, the final price you pay depends entirely on your specific travel dates and class. Securing the best value during the peak holiday travel period requires planning; experts recommend booking six to ten weeks in advance. Generally, round-trip Economy fares between the US and Dubai range from approximately $1,200 to $2,200 (AED 4,400 to AED 8,100). For those indulging in the enhanced Business Class menus, which include lie-flat seats and exclusive lounge access, expect prices to range from $3,000 to $5,000 (AED 11,000 to AED 18,350) or more. To find the most current and exact pricing for your specific dates, travelers should use Emirates’ official online search tools and consider using Skywards Miles for potential savings.
