BANGKOK - Emirates Airline now offers Thai travellers the chance to fly to Hong Kong, in addition to its Dubai route, on its flagship Airbus A380 as the super-jumbo adds a new daily flight from Bangkok. The new A380 service operating from Bangkok to Hong Kong is the latest route from Emirates' global network to be served by the most environmentally advanced commercial aircraft in the skies as the city state becomes its 11th destination. Khalid Bardan, Emirates' Area Manager for Thailand and Indochina, said: "We are pleased to offer passengers from Thailand the chance to fly on our iconic A380. As Hong Kong is one of the most popular destinations for Thais, whether for business or pleasure, we believe this will become a very popular service." The new A380 service departs Bangkok daily at 13.45 hrs and lands in Hong Kong at 17.40. A late return gives travelers the chance to spend the whole day exploring city state or finalizing business deals before returning to Bangkok at 22.25 hrs Richard Jewsbury, Emirates' senior vice president, Commercial Operations, Far East and Australasia, said: "Hong Kong is a thriving commercial hub and, along with Greater China, is integral to the future growth of the world economy. This economic strength makes it a key market for Emirates and we are delighted to be bolstering our commitment to the region by bringing our flagship aircraft to Hong Kong.