Emirates, the Dubai-based international airline that flies daily to Malta, launched lower fares to selected destinations in India, China, South Africa, Bangkok and Manila for travellers departing from Malta.

Maltese travellers can take advantage of Emirates’ offer to visit any of its 10 destinations in India namely Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Calicut, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kochi, Kolkata, Mumbai and Thiruvananthapuram from e681.50; Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou in China from e677.90; Cape Town, Durban and Johannesburg in South Africa from e697.97, Bangkok from e683.20 or Manila from e818.95. The airfares include taxes.

This offer is valid for passengers travelling in Economy Class with immediate effect and before 14 December and tickets must be purchased and issued by 30 November 2009.

Paul Fleri Soler, Emirates Manager, said: “These special fares are another proof of our continued efforts to offer another exceptional opportunity to our clients. A trip to any of these selected destinations guarantees a wealth of experience and at a substantially reduced fare.”

Emirates operates daily flights from Malta to Dubai via Larnaca, Cyprus.

Further enquiries or bookings for these special airfares can be made at Emirates Sales Office, Malta International Airport, tel. no. 2557-7255 or one may contact the local travel agent or else log on to www.emirates.com/mt