New freighter service between Milan and New York from Emirates SkyCargo

Emirates SkyCargo has announced the launch of a new weekly freighter service connecting Milan Malpensa (MXP) with New York (JFK) from 5th December 2026.

The service is targeting direct trade connectivity for exporters from Italy, particularly the Lombardy region, to the United States.

For the return leg, the carrier also looking to connect with businesses in the US, particularly in the greater New York region more export connectivity to markets in the Middle East and Asia via Dubai.

“Milan is a key air cargo gateway for Italy and Europe where Emirates SkyCargo currently offers over 500 tonnes of weekly export capacity to global markets, including over 100 tonnes weekly bellyhold capacity on our passenger flights to New York. The new freighter service adds important maindeck capacity on a vital trade corridor offering exporters greater access, flexibility and reliability when serving customers in the United States,” Badr Abbas, Divisional Senior Vice President, Emirates SkyCargo, said.

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