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How much does it cost to become a pilot at Emirates?
By the PilotinQ editorial teamUpdated 1 Nov 2026
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The international cadet programme of the Emirates Flight Training Academy costs USD 220,500 including VAT. The fee covers the training programme, materials, student visa, accommodation, uniform and three daily meals, and excludes medical insurance.11

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The international cadet programme of the Emirates Flight Training Academy costs USD 220,500 including VAT.11
What is included
The fee covers the entire training programme, training materials, student visa, accommodation, uniform and three daily meals. UAE nationals can apply to the academy's scholarship programme. The fee excludes medical insurance.11
Additional costs
Aspiring pilots should allow for assessment costs that can reach AED 5,700, including AED 1,000 for the online assessment, AED 500 for day 1 in Dubai, and AED 4,200 for days 2 and 3. Candidates pay their own travel and accommodation for the assessment in Dubai.1011
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How much does it cost to become a pilot at Emirates?

By the PilotinQ editorial teamUpdated 1 Nov 2026
THE ANSWER20 sec read

The international cadet programme of the Emirates Flight Training Academy costs USD 220,500 including VAT. The fee covers the training programme, materials, student visa, accommodation, uniform and three daily meals, and excludes medical insurance.11

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Updated 1 Nov 2026All 10 sources →

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Amounts
The international cadet programme of the Emirates Flight Training Academy costs USD 220,500 including VAT.11
What is included
The fee covers the entire training programme, training materials, student visa, accommodation, uniform and three daily meals. UAE nationals can apply to the academy's scholarship programme. The fee excludes medical insurance.11
Additional costs
Aspiring pilots should allow for assessment costs that can reach AED 5,700, including AED 1,000 for the online assessment, AED 500 for day 1 in Dubai, and AED 4,200 for days 2 and 3. Candidates pay their own travel and accommodation for the assessment in Dubai.1011
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  2. 10Admissions | Emirates Flight Training Academy2026
  3. 11AdmissionsEmirates Flight Training Academy
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