Emirates' recently introduced a third non-stop Melbourne to Dubai service marks the debut of the airline’s newly retrofitted Boeing 777-300ER to Australia. This means Emirates’ First Class Game Changer suites will be available for Australian travellers.

Flights on an Emirates First Class fare are expensive, but it’s also one of the most luxurious flying experiences in the world. Arguably making it the next best thing after flying on a private jet. The features that come with an Emirates First Class ticket are endless and grand, making you feel like a true VIP. Read all about our experience on the Emirates A380 First Class Suite here.

The New Service

Not only did Emirates launch its third daily non-stop service on 30 March 2025. But the new service shows the newly retrofitted four-class B777-300ER aircraft to Australia. It also marks the introduction of the Emirates First Class Game Changer Suites to Australia.

The new service includes just 6 First Class Suites, 38 Business Class seats, 24 seats in Premium Economy, and 256 Economy Class seats. Emirates’ flight EK404 will depart Dubai at 21:15hrs, arriving in Melbourne at 17:40hrs. The return flight EK405 will depart Melbourne at 23:55hrs and arrive in Dubai at 06:55hrs. All times are local.

The Emirates First Class Game Changer Suites

Melbourne has become the first Australian city to ever have the First Class Game Changer suites. It features Emirates’ latest technology, game-changing zero gravity seats and floor-to-ceiling privacy doors.

The six cabins are arranged in a 1-1-1 configuration in a fully private suite, inspired by the Mercedes-Benz S-Class featuring soft leather seating, hi-tech control panels, mood lighting and a personal temperature controller.

The middle suites also feature industry-first virtual windows, projected on HD screens, allowing all passengers to enjoy the views above the clouds. First Class passengers will also receive binoculars for those eager to explore the world from a new perspective. Emirates' First Class experience is meticulously designed to provide unparalleled luxury, replicating the feeling of a private hotel room in the sky.

As of April, Emirates launched its new “Our First Class” menu, a luxurious culinary guide designed to elevate the onboard dining experience. Emirates new white glove service will redefine the culinary experience, ensuring passengers enjoy the highest standard of luxury.

First Class passengers will also receive Emirates' newly enhanced signature caviar experience, using an exclusively designed bowl from Robert Welch. If you’d like a taste of the First Class dining experience on the A380 before you try the 777, read our review here.

Furthermore, the First Class cheese offering will be enhanced by a round black slate, with accompanying matching condiment bowls, as of May 2025.

From Emirates

The airline currently operates two other non-stop daily flights between Dubai and Melbourne using four-class Airbus A380s. The third daily non-stop flight also means First or Business Class passengers have more convenient schedules and choices. There’s unrivalled connectivity and travel options via Dubai to over 40 European cities served with multiple daily flights including London, Paris, and Frankfurt.

Dean Cleaver, Regional Sales Manager at Emirates says, “In 2024, our progressive and measured resumption of operations to and from Australia saw Emirates fully restore its pre-pandemic capacity. Now, Emirates can continue its focus on our commitment to providing passengers cutting edge products across every cabin which offer excellent value, exceptional choice, and seamless connectivity to Europe and beyond.”

Emirates is committed to Australia and expanding its services between the country’s major cities and Dubai. Fly with Emirates out of Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Brisbane and Adelaide on your way to Europe! If you’d like to try the Emirates First Class Game Changer Suites, talk to an airfare specialist here to book. Or, view our Emirates Business Class deal to Europe instead.