Emirates is reopening its Airbus A380 flying bar

Emirates is known for its incredible Airbus A380 amenities, including the business class bar and first class shower. For the past several weeks the business class bar has been closed due to the spread of the omicron variant. That will be changing once again shortly.

Emirates is instructing crews to reopen the A380 onboard bar and social lounge as of Friday, February 11, 2022. As before, capacity limits will apply. Passengers will be able to enjoy a variety of drinks and snacks either while sitting or standing. Of course masks are supposed to be worn while not eating or drinking, though I suspect most people won’t be masking while they have a martini glass in their hand.

Even beyond those looking to be social, the A380 bar is a useful place to just grab a drink mid flight to take back to your seat, rather than pushing the flight attendant call button.