Emirates’ iconic Airbus A380 made its first-ever visit to Jakarta yesterday, marking a landmark moment for aviation enthusiasts and fans of the superjumbo. The world’s largest passenger aircraft carried AC Milan back to Italy following the club’s friendly match against Chelsea FC as part of its 2026 summer pre-season tour in Indonesia.

The arrival of the double-decker aircraft at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport was a unique moment for fans across Indonesia, who were eager to witness the iconic aircraft touch down in Jakarta for the first time. Renowned for its spacious cabins and award-winning onboard facilities, the A380’s debut also represents another milestone in Emirates’ three-decade journey of connecting Indonesia with the world.

“We are proud to welcome the iconic A380 to Jakarta for the very first time and to have it fly AC Milan back home following their Indonesia tour,” said Majid Alfalasi, Emirates Country Manager for Indonesia. “This is a celebration of Emirates’ passionate commitment to football and reflects our continued efforts in bringing unforgettable experiences to the Indonesian community. We hope that AC Milan fans and aviation enthusiasts across Indonesia will cherish this memorable moment.”

The visit also gave thousands of supporters a rare opportunity to see the Rossoneri in action and further building on the club’s connection with its passionate Indonesian fanbase. As AC Milan’s Official Airline Partner and Principal Partner, Emirates played a key role in supporting the team’s 2026 summer pre-season tour, helping connect the club with fans around the world.

The Emirates A380 arrived at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport on 8 August 2026 before departing shortly after midnight on 9 August 2026. Although the visit was brief, the aircraft’s historic debut attracted significant interest from plane spotters and aviation enthusiasts, many of whom gathered to witness its first landing and departure from Jakarta.

Emirates has served Indonesia since 1992, celebrating more than 30 years of connecting the island nation to the world. The airline currently operates 14 weekly flights between Jakarta’s Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) and Dubai, alongside two daily services between Denpasar’s I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) and Dubai. Through its Dubai hub, Emirates offers seamless onward connections to destinations across Europe, the Middle East, Africa and the Americas.