Originally Posted by
jackiedada
In all probability not, but always worth a try - no harm calling Skwyards to confirm.
Did you book the ticket on the EK website - if so, Dubai Connect eligibility would have shown up at the time of booking itself.
Thanks for the reply, jackiedada

Have asked the EK agent who told me that my itinerary was not eligible.
Last August, I booked a flight (the inaugural flight) on the EK website which had Dubai connect eligibility on the inbound but it wasn't shown at the time of booking. The only time I learned I was entitled to it was when I called them for an inquiry and was told "Mr. --, you actually get a free hotel accommodation in Dubai...."