UAE airlines including Emirates, Etihad, and Air Arabia have begun accepting cryptocurrency for flight bookings and onboard services, marking a new era of smart tourism. Emirates, in partnership with Crypto.com, now allows Bitcoin, Ether, and stablecoin payments, extending to in-flight purchases. Beyond convenience, airlines are exploring blockchain-based loyalty rewards and eco-linked digital assets. With Dubai’s VARA driving blockchain adoption, UAE aviation is positioning itself at the forefront of crypto-powered global travel.